fare dodger
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fare dodger
A person who uses public transport such as a bus or train without having a valid ticket.
Bei der Kontrolle wurden zwei Schwarzfahrer erwischt und mussten eine Strafe zahlen.
During the ticket inspection, two fare dodgers were caught and had to pay a fine.
The word consists of 'schwarz' (black) and 'Fahrer' (driver/passenger). In this context, 'schwarz' does not mean the color, but 'illegal' or 'without permission.' A 'Schwarzfahrer' is therefore someone who rides illegally.
Ohne Ticket zu fahren, nennt man schwarzfahren.
Riding without a ticket is called 'schwarzfahren' (to fare-dodge).
The separable verb 'schwarzfahren' (to ride without a ticket) is derived from the noun 'der Schwarzfahrer' (fare dodger). In a main clause, the prefix stands at the end. This verb describes the act of riding without a ticket.
Er ist heute Morgen schwarzgefahren, weil er sein Portemonnaie vergessen hatte.
He rode without a ticket this morning because he had forgotten his wallet.
The prefix 'schwarz-' in the meaning 'illegal' is also found in other words. Examples include 'die Schwarzarbeit' (illegal work) or 'der Schwarzmarkt' (black market/illegal trade).
Auf dem Schwarzmarkt werden oft gestohlene Waren verkauft.
Stolen goods are often sold on the black market.
