die Bauarbeit, -en
construction work
Arbeiten, bei denen Gebäude, Straßen oder andere Strukturen erstellt, repariert oder verändert werden.
The German word "Bauarbeit" is a compound noun made up of:
- Bau: "construction" or "building"
- Arbeit: "work" or "labor"
Meaning:
"Bauarbeit" refers to construction work or building work, the physical labor involved in constructing buildings, roads, or other structures.
Similar words:
- Baustelle (construction site) — refers to the location rather than the work itself
- Bauindustrie (construction industry) — refers to the industry sector
- Handwerk (craftsmanship/trade) — broader term covering skilled labor
Difference:
"Bauarbeit" specifically denotes the actual work or labor involved in construction, while "Baustelle" refers to the place where this work happens, and "Bauindustrie" refers to the economic sector. "Handwerk" is more general, encompassing various skilled trades beyond just construction.
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Examples
Die Bauarbeit beginnt früh am Morgen.noun
The construction work begins early in the morning.
Bauarbeiten finden oft während der Nacht statt.noun
Construction work often takes place during the night.
Einige Bauarbeiten verursachen Lärm.noun
Some construction work causes noise.
Wegen der Bauarbeiten bleibt die Straße gesperrt.noun
The road remains closed due to the construction work.
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