Schifffahrtsweg

shipping lane, waterway

noun SHIF-fahrts-vayg Rare

Usage Note

Schifffahrtsweg is a navigable waterway or shipping lane used by vessels. Note the triple 'f' in correct spelling (Schifffahrt); the Rhine and Elbe are important German Schifffahrtswege.

Examples

"Der Rhein ist einer der wichtigsten Schifffahrtswege Europas."

Natural Translation

The Rhine is one of the most important shipping waterways in Europe.

Literal Translation

The Rhine is one of the most important shipping lanes of Europe.

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