Verkehrsfunk
traffic radio
The German word "Verkehrsfunk" is a compound noun made of:
- Verkehr: meaning "traffic"
- Funk: meaning "radio" or "wireless communication"
Verkehrsfunk refers to traffic radio broadcasts or traffic information transmitted via radio, informing listeners about current traffic conditions, accidents, or roadworks.
Similar words:
- Verkehrsinfo (traffic information)
- Verkehrsnachrichten (traffic news)
- Radiomeldungen (radio announcements)
Difference:
While Verkehrsfunk specifically refers to the traffic reports broadcast over radio (or similar channels), Verkehrsinfo or Verkehrsnachrichten are more general terms for traffic information, which can be delivered by various media including apps, websites, or news.
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Examples
Im Auto höre ich oft den Verkehrsfunk.noun
In the car I often listen to the traffic radio.
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