Die Landebahn
Example: Das Flugzeug rollt langsam über die Landebahn.
Definition
"Die Landebahn" refers to the runway at an airport where airplanes land and take off. It is a long, flat surface designed to support the weight of aircraft during these critical phases of flight, ensuring safe and controlled movement on the ground.
Etymology
The word "die Landebahn" comes from the German words 'landen' meaning 'to land' and 'Bahn' meaning 'track' or 'path.' Together, they describe a landing track for aircraft. Did you know? 'Bahn' is often used in German to describe various types of roads or rails, emphasizing its role as a designated path.
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"Die Landebahn" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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