Teilstrecke

section of a route, leg of a journey

noun TEYL-shtrek-uh Rare

Usage Note

Teilstrecke divides a longer route into segments, used for train lines, cycling routes, and motorway planning. Die erste Teilstrecke der U-Bahn wird 2025 eröffnet (the first section of the metro opens in 2025).

Examples

"Die längste Teilstrecke der Wanderung führt durch ein dichtes Waldgebiet."

Natural Translation

The longest section of the hike leads through a dense forest area.

Literal Translation

The longest part-stretch of-the hike leads through a dense forest-area.

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