noun

die Werkstatt, ¨-en

workshop

Ein Raum oder Gebäude, in dem Menschen Dinge reparieren, bauen oder herstellen, oft mit Werkzeugen und Maschinen.

The German word "Werkstatt" is a noun that means "workshop" or "garage". It is composed of two parts: "Werk" which means "work" or "product", and "Statt" which means "place" or "site". A "Werkstatt" typically refers to a place where craftspeople, technicians, and mechanics work, repair, or create things.

Similar words in German include:

  • "Werkraum" (workroom): Focuses on a room designed for work, especially manual work.
  • "Atelier" (studio): Often used in the context of artists or designers.
  • "Betrieb" (enterprise): A broader term that can refer to any place of business or operation, but often larger and not limited to manual or craftwork.

Difference between these words:

  • "Werkstatt" specifically refers to a space dedicated to manual, technical, or mechanical work.
  • "Werkraum" is likely to designate a room within a larger facility or building.
  • "Atelier" generally pertains to artistic or creative activities.
  • "Betrieb" encompasses a broader concept of a working facility or enterprise, often used for larger organizations.

Make “Werkstatt” part of your vocabulary.

Build your German vocabulary with flashcards, audio and spaced repetition.

Examples

Die Werkstatt schließt um 18 Uhr.noun

The workshop closes at 6 PM.

In der Werkstatt gibt es viele Werkzeuge.noun

In the workshop, there are many tools.

Keep exploring German

Learn words from the content you love.

Add words from websites, books and videos, then remember them with spaced repetition (SRS).