German word

Architektur

Pronunciation

IPA/aʁçitɛkˈtuːɐ̯/

Meaning

  • feminine nounarchitecture

Example

Die Architekturen dieser Stadt sind sehr unterschiedlich.

The architecture in this city varies greatly.

Illustration for Architektur (architecture)

More examples

Die traditionelle Architektur der Altstadt zieht viele Touristen an.

The traditional architecture of the old town attracts many tourists.

Core concept

Different buildings in one place form a visible record of changing ideas about space, structure, and form.

Common phrases

  • moderne Architektur

    modern architecture

  • traditionelle Architektur

    traditional architecture

  • industrielle Architektur

    industrial architecture

Similar words

Gebäude: A distinct building or other structure intended for human use.
Haus: A residential building intended as a home.
Bauwerk: A finished structure created by human construction.

Definition in German

Wissenschaft und Kunst des Planens, Entwerfens und Bauens von Bauwerken; sowohl konkrete Bauten als auch die theoretische Disziplin.

Word origin

The German noun Architektur is borrowed from Latin architectura, ultimately based on Greek architekton, the word for a master builder.

Usage tips

  • The singular often refers to architecture in general, while Architekturen refers to distinct styles or architectural bodies of work.

Other meanings

  • architectural stylenoun

Related words

  • architektonischarchitecturaladjective
  • Architekturgeschichtearchitectural historynoun
  • Architekturbüroarchitecture firmnoun

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