der Grenzübergang
Translation
border crossing, checkpoint
Examples
Wir müssen am Grenzübergang unsere Pässe zeigen.
We have to show our passports at the border crossing.
Der Grenzübergang ist nachts geschlossen.
The border crossing is closed at night.
Grammar Patterns
at the border crossing We are waiting at the border crossing.
to pass the border crossing ((et4)) You have to pass the border crossing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: checkpoint, customs post
Etymology
A compound word from 'Grenze' (border) and 'Übergang' (crossing).
Memory Tips
Literally a 'border' (Grenze) 'crossing' (Übergang). It's easy to remember if you know the two component parts.