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Abteil

train compartment

noun ahp-TILE Rare

Usage Note

Abteil is neuter and refers to an enclosed seating compartment in a train, contrasting with open-plan Großraumwagen. Note the stress on the second syllable; plural is Abteile.

Examples

"Wir suchten ein ruhiges Abteil im hinteren Wagen."

Natural Translation

We looked for a quiet compartment in the rear carriage.

Literal Translation

We sought a quiet compartment in-the rear carriage.

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