NOUN
derAbrißdemolition; summary (rare); sketch (rare)
Abriß is a German noun that means demolition, summary (rare), or sketch (rare).
Definitions
1.the act of tearing down or demolishing a building(construction)
a.demolition of a structure or building
Der Abriß des alten Hauses beginnt nächste Woche.—The demolition of the old house begins next week.
2.a short summary or outline (mostly outdated/rarer use)(rare, summary)
a.brief, schematic overview
Ein kurzer Abriß der Geschichte Deutschlands wurde vorgestellt.—A short summary of German history was presented.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | — | die Abrisse |
| Genitive | — | — |
| Dative | — | — |
| Accusative | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Abriß" mean in English?
- "Abriß" means demolition, summary (rare), or sketch (rare). It is a German noun.
- What part of speech is "Abriß"?
- "Abriß" is a noun in German.
