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Fahrkartenautomat

ticket machine (public transport)

noun FAHR-kar-ten-ow-toh-maht Rare
Travel & Places Transportation

Usage Note

Fahrkartenautomat is the self-service machine at stations and stops where passengers buy tickets. A frequent source of confusion for tourists; German machines typically require knowing exact zone or destination.

Examples

"Der Fahrkartenautomat akzeptierte nur Karten, kein Bargeld."

Natural Translation

The ticket machine only accepted cards, no cash.

Literal Translation

The ticket machine accepted only cards, no cash.

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