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Travel & DirectionsThursday 9 July 2026
Wie weit ist es bis zum nächsten Bahnhof?
Pronunciation: Vee vite ist es bis tsoom NEKS-ten BAHN-hof?
Meaning: How far is it to the nearest train station?
This practical phrase is essential when navigating German cities, where trains are a primary mode of transportation—using "Bahnhof" (literally "train yard") instead of just "station" shows cultural awareness of German travel infrastructure.
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