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spur
German → American English
American English
track
Eine Spur ist eine sichtbare Linie, ein Zeichen oder eine hinterlassene Folge, die auf etwas hinweist.
Im Schnee war eine frische Spur zu sehen.Spur is very common in phrases like eine Spur verfolgen or eine Spur hinterlassen. For railroad “track,” use Gleis more often than Spur.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Spur mean in English?
Spur usually means “track,” “trace,” “trail,” or “clue,” depending on context.
Is Spur the same as Gleis?
Not exactly. Gleis is the usual word for a railway track; Spur is more general and can also mean trace or trail.
How do you use Spur in a sentence?
For example: Er hinterließ eine Spur im Schnee. = He left a track in the snow.