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“stairwell” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtʁɛpənˌhaʊ̯s/

Example

Das Paket liegt im Treppenhaus.

The package is in the stairwell.

Illustration for Treppenhaus (stairwell)

How to say “stairwell” in German

“Stairwell” in German is Treppenhaus.

A shared indoor vertical core of a building, with stairs and landings connecting its floors.

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

Example sentences with Treppenhaus

Im Treppenhaus hallen die Schritte.

Footsteps echo in the stairwell.

Tips for using Treppenhaus

  • Treppenhaus is neuter, its plural is Treppenhäuser, and im Treppenhaus uses the dative form for a location.

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