der Schutzraum
Translation
shelters, bunkers, air-raid shelters
Examples
Die Menschen suchten in den Schutzräumen Zuflucht.
The people sought refuge in the shelters.
Grammar Patterns
to seek/find refuge in+3 ((sth.dat)) The people sought refuge in the shelters.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Bunker (bunker), der Unterschlupf (shelter)
Etymology
From 'Schutz' (protection) + 'Raum' (room, space). Literally a 'protection room'.
Memory Tips
Picture a special 'room' (Raum) that gives you 'protection' (Schutz) during an emergency.