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Grundbaustein
German → American English
American English
basic building block
Etwas, das als grundlegender und wesentlicher Bestandteil für ein größeres Ganzes dient.
Vertrauen ist ein Grundbaustein einer stabilen Partnerschaft.Grundbaustein is often used figuratively for something essential that forms the basis of a larger system. In everyday writing, Baustein is more common; Grundbaustein sounds a bit more technical or abstract.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Grundbaustein mean in English?
Grundbaustein means “basic building block” or “fundamental component.”
Is Grundbaustein the same as Baustein?
Not exactly. Baustein is the more common general word for “building block,” while Grundbaustein emphasizes something fundamental or basic.
How do you use Grundbaustein in a sentence?
You can use it to describe an essential part of a system, for example: „Vertrauen ist ein Grundbaustein jeder guten Beziehung.“
Is Grundbaustein a technical word?
It can be used in technical or academic contexts, but it is also common in figurative language.