die Unterkunft, ¨-e
accommodation
Ein Ort, an dem jemand für eine bestimmte Zeit wohnen oder übernachten kann.
The German word "Unterkunft" is a noun meaning "accommodation" or "lodging".
- It is composed of "Unter" (under) and "Künft", derived historically from "kommen" (to come), but in modern usage it's treated as a single unit.
- The word refers to a place where someone stays temporarily, e.g., a hotel, hostel, or other shelter.
Similar words:
- "Wohnung": apartment, flat (more permanent housing)
- "Beherbergung": lodging, hosting (often formal or official)
- "Quartier": quarters, lodging (often military or temporary)
Differences:
- "Unterkunft" is broader and emphasizes a temporary or short-term stay.
- "Wohnung" is for long-term living with personal facilities.
- "Beherbergung" stresses the act of housing or hosting guests.
- "Quartier" is used especially for temporary, sometimes collective housing.
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Examples
Ich suche eine Unterkunft für unseren Urlaub.noun
I am looking for accommodation for our vacation.
Die Unterkunft ist sehr komfortabel.noun
The accommodation is very comfortable.
Unsere Unterkunft liegt direkt am Meer.noun
Our accommodation is right by the sea.
Eine komfortable Unterkunft macht den Urlaub angenehmer.noun
A comfortable accommodation makes the vacation more pleasant.
Eine komfortable Unterkunft ist wichtig für einen angenehmen Urlaub.noun
A comfortable accommodation is important for a pleasant holiday.
Die Unterkunft bietet komfortable Zimmer mit Meerblick.noun
The accommodation offers comfortable rooms with a sea view.
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