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“construction site” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbaʊ̯ˌʃtɛlə/

Example

Die Baustelle vor dem Haus beginnt früh am Morgen.

Work at the construction site in front of the house starts early in the morning.

Illustration for Baustelle (construction site)

How to say “construction site” in German

“Construction site” in German is Baustelle.

A marked-off work area where workers, equipment, and building materials gather temporarily.

Full entry for Baustelle: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Baustelle

Der Lärm der Baustelle stört die Nachbarn.

The noise from the construction site disturbs the neighbors.

Tips for using Baustelle

  • Baustelle is feminine, so common phrases use die Baustelle, auf der Baustelle, and mehrere Baustellen.

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