English–German
“mining” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈbɛɐ̯kˌbaʊ̯/
Example
Im Bergbau gibt es strenge Sicherheitsregeln.
Strict safety regulations apply in mining.
How to say “mining” in German
“Mining” in German is Bergbau.
An industrial mining site with shafts, machinery, workers, and the surrounding underground and surface operations.
Example sentences with Bergbau
Illegaler Bergbau verursacht oft schwere Schäden an der Natur.
Illegal mining often causes serious damage to nature.
Tips for using Bergbau
- Bergbau is masculine and usually an industry term without a plural; specific methods include Tagebau ('open-pit mining') and Untertagebau ('underground mining').