das Martinshorn
Translation
siren, emergency horn, two-tone horn
Examples
Man hörte in der Ferne ein Martinshorn.
A siren could be heard in the distance.
Das Martinshorn des Krankenwagens war sehr laut.
The ambulance's siren was very loud.
Grammar Patterns
das Martinshorn the siren. Man hörte in der Ferne ein Martinshorn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sirene, Folgetonhorn
Etymology
From 'Martin' (St. Martin of Tours) + 'Horn' (horn). Historically linked to postal coaches under St. Martin's patronage using signal horns.
Memory Tips
Picture St. Martin on a horse, but with a modern siren, clearing the way for an emergency.