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Umschlaghafen
German → American English
American English
transshipment port
Hafen, in dem Waren zwischen verschiedenen Verkehrsmitteln umgeschlagen werden.
Der Umschlaghafen wickelt einen großen Teil des internationalen Warenverkehrs ab.Use Umschlaghafen for a port where goods are transferred between ships, trucks, trains, or containers. It is a technical/logistics term, not a general word for any harbor.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Umschlaghafen mean in English?
Umschlaghafen means transshipment port, a port where goods are transferred from one mode of transport to another.
Is Umschlaghafen the same as Hafen?
No. Hafen is the general word for port or harbor, while Umschlaghafen is more specific and refers to a transshipment port.
How do you use Umschlaghafen in a sentence?
Example: Der Umschlaghafen ist ein wichtiger Knotenpunkt für den Warenverkehr. = The transshipment port is an important hub for cargo traffic.
Is Umschlaghafen a common word in German?
It is a technical term used in shipping, logistics, and trade rather than everyday conversation.