English–German

“living room” in German

German

AlsoStube

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvoːnˌtsɪmɐ/

Example

Im Wohnzimmer steht ein großes Sofa.

There is a big sofa in the living room.

Illustration for Wohnzimmer (living room)

How to say “living room” in German

“Living room” in German is Wohnzimmer.

A home's shared sitting space, centered on conversation, relaxation, and welcoming visitors.

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

Example sentences with Wohnzimmer

Am Abend schauen wir zusammen im Wohnzimmer fern.

In the evening, we watch TV together in the living room.

Tips for using Wohnzimmer

  • For a fixed location, im Wohnzimmer is common; im contracts in dem, while movement into the room takes ins Wohnzimmer.

Other German words for “living room”

feminine nounliving room

Wir sitzen abends oft in der Stube.

We often sit in the living room in the evenings.

“living room” in other languages