der Sattelzug
Translation
semi-trailer truck, tractor-trailer, articulated truck
Examples
Ein Sattelzug blockiert die Autobahn.
A semi-trailer truck is blocking the highway.
Der Fahrer parkt den großen Sattelzug.
The driver is parking the large semi-trailer truck.
Grammar Patterns
to drive a semi-trailer truck Er fährt einen Sattelzug für eine Spedition.
Similar Words
Lastkraftwagen (LKW), Gliederzug (truck and trailer)
Etymology
From 'Sattel' (saddle) and 'Zug' (train, pull). The trailer rests on a 'saddle' (the fifth wheel) on the tractor unit.
Memory Tips
Imagine the tractor unit has a 'saddle' (Sattel) on its back, and it 'pulls' (Zug) the trailer.