German · A2 · Vocabulary · 3–5 min
Eight travel decisions: destination, route changes, and clarifying details. Every answer has an explanation.
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One ticket to Berlin, please.
‘Nach Berlin’ gives the destination. ‘Gleis’ is the platform or track shown on station boards.
Say thisEine Fahrkarte nach Berlin, bitte.
MeaningOne ticket to Berlin, please.
When to use itStart the conversation naturally.
Say thisGibt es eine Rückfahrkarte?
MeaningIs there a return ticket?
When to use itAdd the detail the other person needs.
Say thisVon welchem Gleis fährt der Zug?
MeaningWhich platform does the train leave from?
When to use itFinish with a clear, polite line.
| Say this | Meaning | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Eine Fahrkarte nach Berlin, bitte. | One ticket to Berlin, please. | Start the conversation naturally. |
| Gibt es eine Rückfahrkarte? | Is there a return ticket? | Add the detail the other person needs. |
| Von welchem Gleis fährt der Zug? | Which platform does the train leave from? | Finish with a clear, polite line. |
Name the destination, ask whether a return ticket is available, and check the departure platform.
Eine Fahrkarte nach Berlin, bitte.
One ticket to Berlin, please.
Start the conversation naturally.
Gibt es eine Rückfahrkarte?
Is there a return ticket?
Add the detail the other person needs.
Von welchem Gleis fährt der Zug?
Which platform does the train leave from?
Finish with a clear, polite line.