Meaning
To walk from one side of the street to the other.
Cultural Background
Pedestrians are expected to wait for the green light even if the road is empty. Similar to Germany, traffic rules are strictly followed in urban areas.
Use the right verb
Use 'überqueren' for roads and 'durchqueren' for forests or rooms.
Meaning
To walk from one side of the street to the other.
Use the right verb
Use 'überqueren' for roads and 'durchqueren' for forests or rooms.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank.
Ich muss hier die Straße _________.
The verb for crossing a street is 'überqueren'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesIch muss hier die Straße _________.
The verb for crossing a street is 'überqueren'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is neutral and standard in all contexts.
Related Phrases
über die Straße gehen
synonymto walk across the street
die Straßenseite wechseln
similarto change the side of the street
