die Seeschifffahrt
Translation
maritime navigation, shipping, maritime transport
Examples
Die Seeschifffahrt ist wichtig für den Handel.
Maritime transport is important for trade.
Er kennt die Regeln der Seeschifffahrt.
He knows the rules of maritime navigation.
Grammar Patterns
the rules of maritime navigation the rules of maritime navigation He knows the rules of maritime navigation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Seeverkehr (maritime traffic), Handelsschifffahrt (merchant shipping)
Etymology
Composed of 'See' (sea), 'Schiff' (ship), and 'Fahrt' (journey). It describes the act of ships traveling on the sea.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'sea-ship-faring'. The components clearly define the meaning.