English–German

“public library” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃtatbyːçəˌʁaɪ̯/

Example

Ich gehe heute in die Stadtbücherei.

I'm going to the public library today.

Illustration for Stadtbücherei (public library)

How to say “public library” in German

“Public library” in German is Stadtbücherei.

A city-run place where books and other media are borrowed, with rooms that can also host public events.

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

Example sentences with Stadtbücherei

Die Stadtbücherei veranstaltet einen Schreibworkshop für Jugendliche.

The public library is hosting a writing workshop for young people.

Tips for using Stadtbücherei

  • Stadtbücherei is feminine, so a destination is in die Stadtbücherei, while a location is in der Stadtbücherei.

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