switchback in Finnish

switchback in Finnish is mäkinen rata, vuoristorata, serpentiinirata — switchback means a railway track on a steep slope in a zigzag formation, in which a train travels in a reverse direction at each switch.

switchback in Finnish

mäkinen rata

noun

A railway track on which there are steep ascents and descents, a train moving partially or fully by the force of gravity using the momentum generated when descending to travel up an ascending part of the track; especially (Britain, dated) , such a track built for fun rides at an amusement park; a type of rollercoaster.

vuoristorata

noun

serpentiinirata

noun

A railway track on a steep slope in a zigzag formation, in which a train travels in a reverse direction at each switch. [from mid to late 19th c.]

jyrkästi ylös ja alas kulkeva lentorata

noun

(aviation) A flight path consisting of a series of steep ascents and descents, generally flown as a stunt.

serpentiinitie

noun

(chiefly, Canada, US, road transport) A sharp bend in a path or road which causes a traveller to almost reverse their direction of travel, especially one of a series of such bends on an incline; a hairpin bend; also a path or road having such a series of bends.

What does "switchback" mean?

noun A railway track on a steep slope in a zigzag formation, in which a train travels in a reverse direction at each switch.
noun A railway track on which there are steep ascents and descents, a train moving partially or fully by the force of gravity using the momentum generated when descending to travel up an ascending part of the track; especially (UK, dated), such a track built for fun rides at an amusement park; a type of rollercoaster.
noun A flight path consisting of a series of steep ascents and descents, generally flown as a stunt.
noun A path or road having a series of steep ascents and descents.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "switchback" in Finnish?

"switchback" in Finnish is mäkinen rata, vuoristorata, serpentiinirata. switchback means: A railway track on a steep slope in a zigzag formation, in which a train travels in a reverse direction at each switch.

Are there other ways to say "switchback" in Finnish?

Yes — Finnish has 5 translations listed for "switchback": mäkinen rata, vuoristorata, serpentiinirata, jyrkästi ylös ja alas kulkeva lentorata, serpentiinitie.

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