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Schiebedach

sunroof

Definition & meaning

A Schiebedach is a sunroof or sliding roof installed in the roof of an automobile. It is a panel that can be opened—either by sliding it back or tilting it—to allow light and air to enter the vehicle's cabin.

Grammar & Word origin

The word is a compound noun formed from two German words:

  • Schieben: To slide or push.
  • Dach: Roof.

Grammatically, it is a neuter noun (das Schiebedach). The plural form is "die Schiebedächer".

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Panoramadach (refers to a larger glass roof)
  • Faltdach (a folding roof, often made of fabric)

Antonyms:

  • Festdach (a fixed, non-opening roof)

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Examples

Im Sommer öffne ich oft das Schiebedach.noun

In summer, I often open the sunroof.

Hast du die Schiebedächer der Autos geschlossen?noun

Did you close the sunroofs of the cars?

Sein neues Auto hat ein elektrisches Schiebedach.noun

His new car has an electric sunroof.

Wegen des Regens blieb das Schiebedach fest geschlossen.noun

Because of the rain, the sunroof remained tightly closed.

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