die Lichtsignalanlage
Translation
traffic light, traffic signal system
Examples
Die Lichtsignalanlage zeigte Rot.
The traffic light was red.
An der Kreuzung steht eine neue Lichtsignalanlage.
There is a new traffic light at the intersection.
Grammar Patterns
at the traffic light to wait at the traffic light You have to stop at the red traffic light.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ampel (more common, colloquial)
Etymology
Composed of 'Licht' (light) + 'Signal' (signal) + 'Anlage' (system, installation). A system that gives signals with light.
Memory Tips
Break this long word into its three parts: Light-Signal-System. It's the official, technical term for what is commonly called an 'Ampel'.