English–German
“base” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈhoːxˌbʊɐ̯k/
Example
Die Partei hat in dieser Region ihre Hochburg.
The party has its base in this region.
How to say “base” in German
“Base” in German is Hochburg.
A fortified base that stands out as the main center of support for a group or cause.
Example sentences with Hochburg
Die Stadt ist eine Hochburg der Musik.
The city is a stronghold of music.
Tips for using Hochburg
- In political reporting, Hochburg usually suggests an established regional base rather than a place where support has risen only temporarily.
Other German words for “base”
In dieser Region gibt es mehrere Stützpunkte.
There are several bases in this region.