Pannenhilfe

breakdown assistance, roadside assistance

noun PAN-nen-hil-fe Rare

Usage Note

Pannenhilfe is the service provided by motoring clubs (e.g. ADAC) or insurers when a vehicle breaks down. Motorists call Pannenhilfe from a helpline or roadside emergency phone; membership in ADAC entitles drivers to free Pannenhilfe across Europe.

Examples

"Ruf die Pannenhilfe an — das Auto springt nicht mehr an."

Natural Translation

Call roadside assistance — the car won't start any more.

Literal Translation

Call the breakdown-help — the car starts no more.

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