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Industriebau

German → American English

American English

Industrial building

Gebäude, das für industrielle Zwecke genutzt wird.

Der alte Industriebau wird zu Wohnungen umgebaut.

Use Industriebau for a building used for industrial purposes. In everyday speech, people often say Fabrik or Industriegebäude depending on whether they mean the business or the building itself.

Frequently asked questions

What does Industriebau mean in English?
Industriebau means industrial building in English.
Is Industriebau the same as Fabrik?
Not exactly. Fabrik usually means a factory as a place of production, while Industriebau refers more to the building itself.
Is Industriebau a common word in German?
It is understandable and used, but in many contexts people prefer Industriegebäude, Fabrikgebäude, or specific terms.