No. 7,284 in German
gefällstrecken
The German word "Gefällstrecken" refers to "downhill stretches" or "sloping sections" of a road or track.
In a sentence
Die Gefällstrecken der Zugstrecke erforderten den Einsatz von Bremsen.
The descents of the railway required the use of brakes.
Gefällstrecken refers to the downward slopes in the railway setting, emphasizing geography and terrain.
Beim Wandern in den Bergen müssen die Gefällstrecken vorsichtig gegangen werden.
When hiking in the mountains, the descents must be navigated carefully.
Gefällstrecken is used to describe downward paths in natural contexts, indicating caution needed.
Der Fahrradweg bot lange Gefällstrecken, die schnelles Fahren ermöglichten.
The bike trail offered long descents, which enabled fast riding.
Gefällstrecken highlights the downhill parts on a bike trail, showcasing their benefit for increased speed.
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