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Mietshaus
German → American English
American English
Apartment building
Ein Haus, in dem mehrere Wohnungen vermietet sind.
Wir wohnen in einem alten Mietshaus im Stadtzentrum.Mietshaus is a noun for a building with multiple rental units; in everyday English, apartment building is the closest translation. In German, it often emphasizes that the apartments are rented rather than owned.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Mietshaus mean in English?
Mietshaus means apartment building or rental building in English.
Is Mietshaus the same as Apartment building?
Yes, in most contexts Mietshaus translates as apartment building, especially when the units are rented out.
What is the difference between Mietshaus and Wohnhaus?
Mietshaus refers to a rental apartment building, while Wohnhaus is a more general word for a residential house or building.
Is Mietshaus a formal word?
It is a normal, standard noun and is common in everyday and written German.