Autobahn: meaning, definitions and examples

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autobahn

 

[ หˆษ”หtoสŠbษ‘หn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

road system

The autobahn is a high-speed highway network in Germany and some other parts of Europe. It is known for sections that have no speed limits, allowing vehicles to travel at high speeds. The autobahn is designed for efficient long-distance travel and is usually well-maintained and constructed to high engineering standards. It includes features such as multiple lanes, rest areas, and specific rules to ensure safety and efficiency for drivers.

Synonyms

expressway, highway, motorway

Examples of usage

  • I drove on the autobahn during my trip to Germany.
  • The autobahn allows for faster travel between cities.
  • We were amazed by the high speeds on the autobahn.
  • Many people enjoy taking road trips on the autobahn.

Translations

Translations of the word "autobahn" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น autoestrada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‘เคŸเฅ‹เคชเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Autobahn

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jalan raya

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฒั‚ะพะฑะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ autostrada

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใ‚ฆใƒˆใƒใƒผใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท autoroute

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ autopista

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท otoyol

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณ ์†๋„๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทุฑูŠู‚ ุณุฑูŠุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ autostrรกda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ diaฤพnica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ซ˜้€Ÿๅ…ฌ่ทฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ avtocesta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hraรฐbraut

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฒั‚ะพะถะพะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ•แƒขแƒแƒ‘แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ autobahn

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ autopista

Etymology

The term 'autobahn' is derived from the German words 'Auto', meaning 'car', and 'Bahn', meaning 'road' or 'way'. The concept of a high-speed road originated in Germany in the early 20th century, with the first section of the autobahn officially opened in 1921 near Berlin. The autobahn system was expanded significantly in the 1930s under the influence of the Nazi regime, who promoted it as a means of showcasing German engineering. After World War II, the network continued to expand, becoming an integral part of the German transportation system. Its unique feature of no general speed limits on certain sections has made the autobahn famous worldwide, attracting car enthusiasts and travelers alike. Today, the autobahn represents more than just a road; it embodies a culture of driving freedom in Germany and is often cited in discussions about road safety, speed limits, and transportation efficiency.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,526, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.