German word

Grünfläche

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈgʁyːnˌflɛçə/

Meaning

  • feminine noungreen space

Example

Die Stadt plant neue Grünflächen.

The city is planning new green spaces.

Illustration for Grünfläche (green space)

More examples

Die Kinder spielen auf der Grünfläche neben dem Spielplatz.

The children are playing in the green space next to the playground.

Core concept

A planted patch of lawn or other vegetation set among city buildings, with people able to enter it.

Common phrases

  • öffentlich zugängliche Grünfläche

    publicly accessible green space

  • Grünflächen anlegen

    create green spaces

  • Schutz von Grünflächen

    protection of green spaces

Similar words

Park: A landscaped public green space with paths, seating, and children's play areas.
Grünanlage: A publicly maintained urban area of lawns, shrubs, and other plantings.
Wiese: A broad, open grassy place suitable for picnics and play.
Rasen: A level surface of short grass used for walking or playing sports.

Definition in German

Ein städtischer Bereich mit Pflanzen oder Rasen, der frei zugänglich ist.

Word origin

The compound joins Grün, 'green', with Fläche, 'area' or 'surface', forming a noun for a green area.

Usage tips

  • The noun is feminine: die Grünfläche, eine Grünfläche, and die Grünflächen in the plural.

Opposites

Related words

  • Grünflächennutzunggreen-space usenoun
  • Grünflächensanierunggreen-space restorationnoun

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