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grube
German → American English
American English
pit
eine ausgehobene Vertiefung im Boden; ein Loch oder eine Ausgrabung
Die Bauarbeiter gruben eine tiefe Grube für das Fundament.Use Grube for a hole or excavation in the ground; in mining, Schacht or Stollen may be more precise depending on the structure. In everyday German, Grube can sound a bit more concrete or physical than the general word Loch.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Grube“ mean in English?
„Grube“ usually means „pit“ in English.
Is „Grube“ the same as „Loch“?
Not exactly. „Grube“ is usually a dug-out hole or excavation, while „Loch“ is the more general word for a hole.
How do you say „eine Grube“ in English?
You can say „a pit“ or, depending on context, „a hole“ or „an excavation“.