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Bahnsteig
German → American English
American English
platform
raised area at a train station where passengers get on and off trains
Der Zug nach Berlin fährt von Bahnsteig 3 ab.Use Bahnsteig for the area at a train station where you board trains; in everyday German, Plattform is understood but Bahnsteig is the standard railway term.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Bahnsteig mean in English?
Bahnsteig means platform, especially the train platform at a station.
Is Bahnsteig the same as Gleis?
Not exactly. Der Bahnsteig is the platform area; das Gleis is the track.
How do you say 'platform 5' in German?
You can say Bahnsteig 5 or often Gleis 5, depending on the station signage.