NOUN

derHochbau/ˈhoːxˌbaʊ̯/structural engineering (for buildings); building construction

Hochbau is a German noun that means structural engineering (for buildings) or building construction. It is pronounced /ˈhoːxˌbaʊ̯/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Hochbauten".

Definitions

1.the planning and construction of buildings (as opposed to civil engineering structures)(architecture, engineering)

a.branch of engineering concerned with building construction above ground

Der Hochbau umfasst den Bau von Wohnhäusern, Schulen und Büros.—Building construction includes the construction of residential buildings, schools, and offices.

b.(the actual) building(s) erected above ground

Der neue Hochbau des Krankenhauses wurde im letzten Jahr fertiggestellt.—The new building of the hospital was completed last year.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Hochbaudie Hochbauten
Genitivedes Hochbausder Hochbauten
Dativedem Hochbauden Hochbauten
Accusativeden Hochbaudie Hochbauten

Frequently asked questions

What does "Hochbau" mean in English?
"Hochbau" means structural engineering (for buildings) or building construction. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Hochbau"?
"Hochbau" is pronounced /ˈhoːxˌbaʊ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Hochbau" der, die, or das?
"Hochbau" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Hochbau"?
The plural of "Hochbau" is "Hochbauten".
What part of speech is "Hochbau"?
"Hochbau" is a noun in German.

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