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Schwarzfahren

To travel on public transport without a valid ticket; to fare dodge

In German

Schwarzfahren

shvarts-fa-ren

Literal Translation

To ride black

Meaning

To travel on public transport without a valid ticket; to fare dodge.

Equivalent:"To fare dodge"

Origin:The origin is debated, but 'schwarz' (black) often refers to illegal, illicit, or hidden activities, suggesting something done 'under the radar'.

Example Sentences

1
Er wurde erwischt, als er schwarzfuhr, und musste eine hohe Strafe zahlen.
He was caught fare dodging (riding black) and had to pay a hefty fine.
2
Schwarzfahren ist keine gute Idee, die Kontrollen sind häufig.
Fare dodging is not a good idea; checks are frequent.

FAQ

How do you say "To travel on public transport without a valid ticket; to fare dodge" in German?

"To travel on public transport without a valid ticket; to fare dodge" in German is "Schwarzfahren" (shvarts-fa-ren). Example: Er wurde erwischt, als er schwarzfuhr, und musste eine hohe Strafe zahlen..

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gryun unt blau shla-gen

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Jemandem einen roten Teppich ausrollen

ye-man-dem ai-nen ro-ten tep-pikh aus-rol-len

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Grüne Welle haben

gryu-ne vel-le ha-ben

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Jemandem die rote Karte zeigen

ye-man-dem di ro-te kar-te tsai-gen