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Hinweg

German → American English

American English

Onward journey

der Weg oder die Strecke, die man zu einem Ziel hin zurücklegt

Der Hinweg war kurz, aber der Rückweg dauerte länger.

Hinweg is usually used in travel contexts and means the outward or onward leg of a trip. It is often contrasted with Rückweg. In everyday German, people also say Hin- und Rückfahrt for a round trip.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Hinweg" mean in English?
"Hinweg" means "outward journey," "onward journey," or "the way there."
Is "Hinweg" the same as "Rückweg"?
No. "Hinweg" is the trip going there, while "Rückweg" is the trip back.
How do you use "Hinweg" in a sentence?
For example: "Der Hinweg dauerte zwei Stunden." = "The outward journey took two hours."