Streckenbindestrich Glossary of terms

The Streckenbindestrich is an en dash that connects the names of places in routes or journeys in German.

Detailed Explanation

This special dash is used to indicate the route between two geographical points, usually in the context of transport or travel. It differs from a normal hyphen in its length and specific use. It is frequently used in train and bus schedules and on road signs. It has no direct equivalent in English, where other constructions are usually used to express routes.

Usage examples of "Streckenbindestrich"