das Erdgeschoss, -e
ground floor
The German word "Erdgeschoss" is a compound noun made of two words:
- Erde = Earth, ground
- Geschoss = Floor, story (of a building)
Meaning: "Erdgeschoss" refers to the ground floor or the floor level of a building that is at the same level as the surrounding ground.
Similar words:
- Parterre (used mainly in theater/building contexts for the ground floor)
- Untergeschoss (basement or lower floor, below ground level)
- Obergeschoss (upper floor)
Difference:
"Erdgeschoss" specifically denotes the floor at ground level, while "Untergeschoss" is below ground and "Obergeschoss" above ground. "Parterre" is more formal or architectural, but often synonymous with "Erdgeschoss."
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Examples
Das Café befindet sich im Erdgeschoss.noun
The café is located on the ground floor.
Im Erdgeschoss verkauft jemand frisches Brot.noun
Someone sells fresh bread on the ground floor.
Im Erdgeschoss steht ein großer Weihnachtsbaum.noun
On the ground floor stands a large Christmas tree.
Gibt es im Erdgeschoss freie Wohnungen?noun
Are there any vacant apartments on the ground floor?
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