No. 11,986 in German
treppenhaus
Stairwell.
In a sentence
Das Treppenhaus in unserem Gebäude ist sehr groß.
The stairwell in our building is very large.
The word 'Treppenhaus' is used here to describe a physical location within a building, specifically the stairwell or staircase area.
Wir müssen das Treppenhaus sauber halten, da viele Bewohner es täglich benutzen.
We must keep the stairwell clean, as many residents use it daily.
In this sentence, 'Treppenhaus' refers to a shared area that requires maintenance and cleanliness.
Während des Feueralarms sammelten sich alle im Treppenhaus.
During the fire alarm, everyone gathered in the stairwell.
Here, 'Treppenhaus' is indicated as a gathering place for safety reasons during an emergency.
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