die Bahnschiene
Translation
railroad tracks, train tracks, rails
Examples
Der Zug fährt auf den Bahnschienen.
The train runs on the railroad tracks.
Die alten Bahnschienen werden ersetzt.
The old railroad tracks are being replaced.
Grammar Patterns
on ((the railroad tracks)) auf den Bahnschienen The train runs on the railroad tracks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Gleise (tracks)
Etymology
A compound of 'Bahn' (railroad, track) and 'Schienen' (rails). It literally means 'railroad rails'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a 'Bahn' (train) 'sheening' or shining as it glides on the 'Schienen' (rails).