Parkschein

parking ticket (purchased), parking voucher

noun PARK-shyn Rare

Usage Note

Parkschein is the receipt or voucher bought at a parking meter (Parkscheinautomat) and displayed on the dashboard. Distinct from the Strafzettel (penalty notice) received for illegal parking.

Examples

"Sie zog einen Parkschein und legte ihn gut sichtbar auf das Armaturenbrett."

Natural Translation

She bought a parking ticket and placed it clearly visible on the dashboard.

Literal Translation

She pulled a parking slip and placed it visibly on the dashboard.

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