das Wohnhaus
Translation
residential building, apartment building, house
Examples
Wir leben in einem großen Wohnhaus.
We live in a large residential building.
Das Wohnhaus hat zehn Stockwerke.
The residential building has ten floors.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) to live in a residential building. Wir leben in einem großen Wohnhaus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gebäude (building), Mietshaus (apartment building)
Etymology
A compound word from 'wohnen' (to live/reside) and 'Haus' (house).
Memory Tips
Literally a 'live-house'. Think of a house where people 'wohnen' (live).