CEFR B1

autobahn

noun

Meaning

A major public, high-speed road, typically with limited access, similar to a U.S. interstate or a U.K. motorway, especially one in Germany.

Examples

The autobahn is famous for its sections with no speed limit.
We drove for hours on the autobahn, enjoying the smooth ride.

Synonyms: motorway, highway, freeway, interstate

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autobahn (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːtəʊbɑːn/

Definition

A major public, high-speed road, typically with limited access, similar to a U.S. interstate or a U.K. motorway, especially one in Germany.

Examples

The autobahn is famous for its sections with no speed limit.
We drove for hours on the autobahn, enjoying the smooth ride.
Many tourists are surprised by the speed at which cars travel on the autobahn.

How to Use autobahn

drive on the autobahn (collocation): To travel using an autobahn. — "We drove on the autobahn to get to the city quickly."
autobahn system (collocation): The network of autobahns in a country. — "The autobahn system in Germany is extensive."

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