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Treppenhaus

German → American English

American English

Staircase

das Innere eines Gebäudes mit Treppen und Zwischenpodesten, das mehrere Stockwerke verbindet

Im Treppenhaus roch es nach frischer Farbe.

Use Treppenhaus for the enclosed stairwell inside a building. It is a noun and normally refers to the shared interior space, not just the stairs themselves.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Treppenhaus" mean in English?
"Treppenhaus" means "staircase" or more specifically the stairwell in a building.
Is "Treppenhaus" the same as "Treppe"?
No. "Treppe" is the stairs themselves, while "Treppenhaus" is the stairwell or staircase area inside the building.
How do you use "Treppenhaus" in a sentence?
Example: "Das Treppenhaus ist sauber." = "The staircase is clean."
Is "Treppenhaus" masculine, feminine, or neuter?
"Treppenhaus" is neuter: das Treppenhaus.