die Abfahrt
Translation
departure, downhill run, descent
Examples
Die Abfahrt des Zuges ist um 10 Uhr.
The train's departure is at 10 o'clock.
Die Abfahrt war sehr steil.
The downhill run was very steep.
Grammar Patterns
the departure ((of sth.)) Die Abfahrt des Zuges ist um 10 Uhr.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abreise, Start; Antonyms: Ankunft
Etymology
Composed of `ab-` (away from) and `Fahrt` (a trip or drive). It literally means a 'drive away'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a car making a 'Fahrt' (drive) 'ab' (away) from the station. This connects it to departure by train, bus, or car.