Berufskraftfahrer

professional truck driver, HGV driver

noun buh-ROOFS-kraft-faa-rer Rare

Usage Note

Berufskraftfahrer is the official apprenticeship title for professional drivers of lorries, buses, or coaches. EU Directive 2003/59 requires regular continuing education (Weiterbildung) for all Berufskraftfahrer; the Fahrerkarte (digital tachograph card) is mandatory.

Examples

"Der Berufskraftfahrer hielt die vorgeschriebenen Ruhezeiten strikt ein."

Natural Translation

The professional truck driver strictly observed the prescribed rest periods.

Literal Translation

The professional-driver observed the prescribed rest-times strictly.

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