die Bahnschranke
Translation
railroad crossing gate, railway barrier
Examples
Die Bahnschranke ist geschlossen.
The railroad crossing gate is closed.
Wir warten an der Bahnschranke.
We are waiting at the railroad crossing gate.
Grammar Patterns
at ((the railroad crossing gate)) an der Bahnschranke We are waiting at the railroad crossing gate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Schranke
Etymology
A compound of 'Bahn' (railroad) and 'Schranke' (barrier). It means 'railroad barrier'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a large arm like from a 'Schrank' (cabinet) that blocks the 'Bahn' (railroad).