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Stadtteil

German → American English

American English

district

Teil einer Stadt, der als eigenes Gebiet oder Viertel gilt.

Wir wohnen in einem alten Stadtteil am Fluss.

Stadtteil is the standard word for a part of a city; use Bezirk more for administrative districts and Viertel for a neighborhood-like area.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Stadtteil mean in English?

Stadtteil means “district,” “borough,” or “neighborhood,” depending on context.

Is Stadtteil the same as Viertel?

Not exactly. Stadtteil is more official and means a part of a city, while Viertel often sounds more like a neighborhood.

How do you use Stadtteil in a sentence?

You can say: “Ich wohne in einem ruhigen Stadtteil.” = “I live in a quiet district/neighborhood.”