das Siedlungsgebiet
Translation
settlement area, residential area, area of settlement
Examples
Das ist ein historisches Siedlungsgebiet.
This is a historical settlement area.
Die Grenzen des Siedlungsgebietes sind klar definiert.
The borders of the settlement area are clearly defined.
Grammar Patterns
((in+dat)) a Siedlungsgebiet to live in a settlement area Many people live in this settlement area.
((borders+gen)) of the Siedlungsgebiet the borders of the settlement area The borders of the settlement area are clearly defined.
Similar Words
Wohngebiet (residential area), Lebensraum (habitat)
Etymology
A compound of 'Siedlung' (settlement) and 'Gebiet' (area, territory). It refers to an area designated for settlement.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Gebiet' (area) on a map that is marked for a new 'Siedlung' (settlement).