der Bauauftrag
Translation
construction contract, building order
Examples
Die Firma hat einen großen Bauauftrag erhalten.
The company has received a large construction contract.
Der Bauauftrag wurde öffentlich ausgeschrieben.
The construction contract was put out to public tender.
Grammar Patterns
to receive ((a construction contract)) The company received a construction contract.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Bauvertrag (construction contract)
Etymology
Composed of 'Bau' (construction) and 'Auftrag' (order, contract, assignment). Literally 'construction order'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the official 'Auftrag' (order/contract) to begin a 'Bau' (construction project).