German word

Architektin

Pronunciation

IPA/aʁçiˈtɛktɪn/

Meaning

  • feminine nounarchitect

Example

In der Stadt arbeitet eine Architektin an einem neuen Projekt.

A female architect is working on a new project in the city.

Illustration for Architektin (architect)

More examples

Die leitende Architektin koordinierte die Baustelle.

The lead architect coordinated the construction site.

Core concept

A professional woman turns spatial ideas into building plans and organizes the steps needed to realize them.

Common phrases

  • leitende Architektin

    lead architect

  • angestellte Architektin

    staff architect

  • Architektin mit Schwerpunkt Nachhaltigkeit

    architect specializing in sustainability

Similar words

Architekt: A man who designs buildings and coordinates their construction.
Bauingenieurin: A female structural engineer who calculates strength and ensures building safety.
Innenarchitektin: A female interior designer who plans room layouts and furnishings for practical spaces.
Projektleiterin: A female project manager who oversees schedules and coordinates everyone involved.

Definition in German

Eine weibliche Person im Beruf des Architekten, die Bauwerke entwirft und Bauabläufe plant.

Word origin

German formed Architektin from Architekt, a borrowing ultimately related to Latin architectus, by adding the standard feminine occupational ending -in.

Usage tips

  • Architektin is feminine, so the definite article is die and the plural is Architektinnen.

Related words

  • architektonischarchitecturaladjective
  • Architekturpreisarchitecture prizenoun

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