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Wohneinheit
German → American English
American English
Residential unit
Eine selbstständige, zum Wohnen bestimmte Einheit in einem Gebäude oder einer Wohnanlage.
Das Gebäude hat insgesamt zwölf Wohneinheiten.Wohneinheit is a formal, technical term used in real estate, housing administration, and planning. In everyday speech, people usually say Wohnung or Haus instead.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Wohneinheit mean in English?
Wohneinheit means residential unit or housing unit.
Is Wohneinheit the same as Wohnung?
Not exactly. Wohnung is the everyday word for apartment, while Wohneinheit is a more formal term that can refer to one separate living unit in a building.
When do I use Wohneinheit?
Use Wohneinheit in official, legal, planning, or real-estate contexts, especially when counting separate units in a building.
Does Wohneinheit only mean apartment?
No. It can mean any self-contained residential unit, such as an apartment, a flat, or another separate living space.