die Autobahn
Translation
highway, freeway, interstate
Examples
Wir fahren auf der Autobahn nach Berlin.
We are driving on the highway to Berlin.
Auf dieser Autobahn gibt es kein Tempolimit.
There is no speed limit on this highway.
Die nächste Ausfahrt ist in zwei Kilometern.
The next exit is in two kilometers.
Grammar Patterns
to drive on ((the highway)) He likes to drive fast on the highway.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schnellstraße (expressway)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Auto' (car) and 'Bahn' (path, lane). It literally means 'automobile path'.
Memory Tips
The word 'Autobahn' is well-known in English. Break it down: 'Auto' for car, and 'bahn' for a path or track.