der Schutzraum
Translation
shelter, refuge, bunker, safe room
Examples
Bei Gefahr gehen wir in den Schutzraum.
In case of danger, we go into the shelter.
Der Keller dient als Schutzraum.
The basement serves as a shelter.
Grammar Patterns
to go into ((the shelter)) to go into the shelter Bei Gefahr gehen wir in den Schutzraum.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bunker, refuge, shelter; Antonyms: danger zone (die Gefahrenzone)
Etymology
A compound noun from `Schutz` (protection) + `Raum` (room, space). It literally means 'protection space'.
Memory Tips
Visualize a room that provides a 'shield' (`Schutz`) in a specific 'room' (`Raum`).