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Rohbau

German → American English

American English

shell construction

Unfinished structural shell of a building before interior finishing work.

Das Gebäude steht bereits im Rohbau, aber der Innenausbau beginnt erst nächsten Monat.

Use Rohbau for the unfinished structural state of a building, not for interior finishing. In construction contexts, it usually refers to the phase before windows, insulation, and interior work are completed.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Rohbau" mean in English?
"Rohbau" means the shell or structural stage of a building, before interior finishing.
Is "Rohbau" the same as "construction"?
Not exactly. "Rohbau" refers specifically to the unfinished structural shell, not the whole construction process.
How do you use "Rohbau" in a sentence?
For example: "Das Haus ist im Rohbau" means "The house is in shell construction" or "The house is at the shell stage."
What is the difference between "Rohbau" and "Innenausbau"?
"Rohbau" is the structural shell; "Innenausbau" is the interior finishing work after the shell is complete.