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nachbarschaft
German → American English
American English
neighborhood
Bereich, in dem Menschen in der Nähe voneinander wohnen; auch die Gemeinschaft der dort wohnenden Menschen.
Wir wohnen seit drei Jahren in derselben Nachbarschaft.Nachbarschaft is a feminine noun: die Nachbarschaft. It usually refers to the area where people live or to the people living nearby; for the people themselves, use Nachbarn/Nachbarinnen instead.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Nachbarschaft” mean in English?
It means “neighborhood” or “vicinity,” depending on the context.
Is “Nachbarschaft” the same as “Nachbarn”?
No. “Nachbarschaft” means the neighborhood or area, while “Nachbarn” means neighbors, the people who live nearby.
How do you say “in the neighborhood” in German?
You can say “in der Nachbarschaft.”
Is “Nachbarschaft” a feminine noun?
Yes. The correct article is “die”: die Nachbarschaft.