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rail traffic
The overall operation and movement of trains and other rail vehicles on a railway network.
Wegen eines Sturms wurde der Bahnverkehr in ganz Norddeutschland eingestellt.
Because of a storm, rail traffic was suspended throughout northern Germany.
'Bahnverkehr' (rail traffic) is a compound noun made from 'die Bahn' (railway) and 'der Verkehr' (traffic). It therefore describes the traffic that takes place on rails.
Der Bahnverkehr ist eine umweltfreundliche Alternative zum Auto.
Rail traffic is an environmentally friendly alternative to the car.
This word is very often used in news reports and announcements, usually in connection with problems. Typical verbs are 'einstellen' (to suspend), 'stören' (to disrupt), 'unterbrechen' (to interrupt), or 'umleiten' (to divert).
Wegen eines technischen Defekts ist der Bahnverkehr auf der Strecke komplett gestört.
Because of a technical fault, rail traffic on the route is completely disrupted.
'Bahnverkehr' (rail traffic) is a rather formal and technical word. It is often found in official announcements from Deutsche Bahn, in the news, or in newspaper articles.
Die Gewerkschaft droht mit Streiks, die den gesamten Bahnverkehr lahmlegen könnten.
The union is threatening strikes that could bring all rail traffic to a standstill.
train traffic
Bahnverkehr and Zugverkehr both refer to traffic on a railway network. Bahnverkehr is the broader term and can include not only train journeys but also other rail vehicles and the operation as a whole. Zugverkehr is especially appropriate when the specific train journeys or their organization are meant.
Wegen der Bauarbeiten war der Bahnverkehr auf der Strecke stark eingeschränkt.
Because of the construction work, rail traffic on the route was severely restricted.
Wegen der Bauarbeiten wurde der Zugverkehr auf der Strecke bis zum Abend umgeleitet.
Because of the construction work, train traffic on the route was rerouted until evening.
