English–German

“reconstruction” in German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈviːdɐˌaʊ̯fbaʊ̯/

Example

Wir unterstützen den Wiederaufbau nach dem Erdbeben.

We support reconstruction after the earthquake.

Illustration for Wiederaufbau (reconstruction)

How to say “reconstruction” in German

“Reconstruction” in German is Wiederaufbau.

A destroyed neighborhood gradually regains homes, roads, utilities, and everyday life through coordinated building work.

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

Example sentences with Wiederaufbau

Nach dem Konflikt begann der Wiederaufbau historischer Stätten mit internationaler Unterstützung.

After the conflict, reconstruction of historic sites began with international support.

Tips for using Wiederaufbau

  • Wiederaufbau is a masculine noun: der Wiederaufbau, with the genitive form des Wiederaufbaus.

Other German words for “reconstruction”

Die Rekonstruktion des Systems dauerte mehrere Wochen.

The reconstruction of the system took several weeks.

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