Busfahrer

bus driver

noun BUS-fa-rer Rare

Usage Note

Busfahrer drives a public bus (Linienbus), coach (Reisebus), or school bus. Requires a class D driving licence (Führerschein Klasse D) and professional driver's qualification (Fahrerqualifizierungsnachweis). Feminine: Busfahrerin. Common employer: Stadtwerke or private operators.

Examples

"Der Busfahrer wartete, bis alle Fahrgäste eingestiegen waren."

Natural Translation

The bus driver waited until all passengers had boarded.

Literal Translation

The bus driver waited until all passengers had got in.

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