Translation of German word "Gebäude" to English
dasGebäude
/ɡəˈbɔʏdə/
Meaning
NounThe act or process by which something is built; construction.
How to use
The neuter noun Gebäude ('building / structure') declines regularly (plural is identical: die Gebäude).
🇬🇧 English
building
Example
Das Gebäude ist sehr groß.
The building is very big.
Ich gehe ins Gebäude.
I am going to the building.
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Common phrases
- öffentliches Gebäude— public building
- historisches Gebäude— historical building
- Gebäudekomplex— building complex (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "das Gebäude"?▼
The German word "das Gebäude" is defined as: "The act or process by which something is built; construction."
What does the German word "das Gebäude" mean?▼
The German word "das Gebäude" means "building" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein Gebäude ist ein Bauwerk für Menschen." (which translates as "The building is very big.").
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