noun
die Wohnfläche, -n
living space · living area
The German word "Wohnfläche" is a compound noun made of:
- Wohn — derived from "wohnen" meaning "to live" or "to reside"
- Fläche — meaning "area" or "surface"
Wohnfläche refers to the living area or floor space in a dwelling, i.e., the usable space inside a home where people live.
Similar words:
- Nutzfläche (usable area, includes more than just living space)
- Grundfläche (floor area, footprint of the building)
Differences:
- Wohnfläche specifically counts the area intended for living (rooms, kitchen, bathroom), excluding things like garages or balconies (in some definitions).
- Nutzfläche includes all usable spaces, like storage or commercial areas.
- Grundfläche refers to the building's base area on the ground, regardless of how it’s used.
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Examples
Die Wohnung hat eine große Wohnfläche.noun
The apartment has a large living space.
Die Wohnfläche beträgt insgesamt siebzig Quadratmeter.noun
The living area totals seventy square meters.
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