No. 2,243 in German
fernverkehr
Long-distance transport or travel.
In a sentence
Der Fernverkehr verbindet große Städte miteinander.
Long-distance traffic connects large cities with each other.
In this sentence, 'Fernverkehr' refers to transportation networks that operate over long distances, such as trains or buses connecting major cities.
Im Winter kann der Fernverkehr durch Schnee und Eis beeinträchtigt werden.
In winter, long-distance traffic can be affected by snow and ice.
Here, 'Fernverkehr' describes long-distance transportation systems that may face disruptions due to weather conditions.
Fernverkehrszüge sind oft schneller als Regionalzüge.
Long-distance trains are often faster than regional trains.
In this example, 'Fernverkehr' is part of the term 'Fernverkehrszüge,' specifically indicating trains that operate over long distances compared to regional train services.
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