Example: Ich habe die Fahrkarte für den Zug nach Berlin gekauft.
Definition
"Fahrkarte" refers to a ticket used for traveling on public transportation such as buses, trains, or trams. It grants the holder permission to board and travel from one location to another, often specifying a destination and time of validity.
Translations
the ticket
el billete
het kaartje
el bitllet
le billet
Etymology
The word "Fahrkarte" comes from the German words "fahren" meaning 'to drive or travel' and "Karte" meaning 'card or ticket.' It literally means 'travel card,' reflecting its function as a pass for transportation. Did you know that the term became popular with the rise of railways in the 19th century?
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"Die Fahrkarte" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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the ticket