der Eisenbahnerstolz
Translation
railwayman's pride
Examples
Sein Eisenbahnerstolz war weithin bekannt.
His railwayman's pride was widely known.
Grammar Patterns
((der Eisenbahnerstolz)) used as a subject or object. Der alte Lokführer sprach mit Eisenbahnerstolz.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Berufsstolz (professional pride)
Etymology
A compound of 'Eisenbahner' (railwayman) and 'Stolz' (pride). 'Eisenbahn' itself is 'Eisen' (iron) + 'Bahn' (track/way).
Memory Tips
Break it down: Eisen (iron) + Bahn (track) + er (person) + Stolz (pride) = Pride of the person of the iron track.