Wo ist der Bahnhof?
Where is the train station?
Language note: Bahnhof means train station; don't confuse it with 'Busbahnhof' for bus terminals.
Culture note: Train travel is very common in Germany, and stations are well-marked and centrally located.
Context: After using the restroom, Lisa wants to head to the train station. She asks someone for directions.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Wo
[vo]
Where
Used to ask for the location of something or someone.
Wo ist der Bahnhof in dieser Stadt?
Where is the train station in this city?
ist
[ist]
is
Part of the phrase used to inquire about a location.
Ist das Ticket gültig?
Is this ticket valid?
der
[dair]
the
Definite article used before a masculine noun.
Der Zug kommt bald.
The train is coming soon.
Bahnhof
[BAHnhof]
train station
A terminal where trains load or unload passengers or goods.
Der Bahnhof ist sehr groß.
The train station is very large.
Phrase Parts
Wo
Where
Used to inquire about the location.
Wo ist er?
Where is he?
ist
is
Indicates the presence or location of something.
Der Zug ist hier.
The train is here.
der Bahnhof?
the train station?
Referring to the location of a train station.
Der Bahnhof ist groß.
The train station is big.
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