English–German

“construction” in German

German

AlsoErrichtung

Pronunciation

IPA/baʊ̯/

Example

Der Bau des neuen Hauses dauert zwei Jahre.

The construction of the new house takes two years.

Illustration for Bau (construction)

How to say “construction” in German

“Construction” in German is Bau.

A structure taking shape as materials are assembled, from a house to an animal's underground shelter.

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

Example sentences with Bau

Viele Arbeiter sind auf dem Bau beschäftigt.

Many workers are working on the construction site.

Tips for using Bau

  • Bau is masculine, and its plural is Bauten, so the article and plural differ from the stem shape.

Other German words for “construction”

Die Errichtung der Brücke begann im Frühjahr.

Construction of the bridge began in spring.

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