der Städtebau
Translation
urban planning, city planning, urban development
Examples
Der Städtebau beeinflusst unser tägliches Leben.
Urban planning influences our daily lives.
Er studiert Städtebau an der Universität.
He is studying urban planning at the university.
Grammar Patterns
to study ((sth.)) He is studying urban planning at the university.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Stadtplanung (city planning), Urbanistik (urban studies)
Etymology
Composed of 'Städte' (cities, plural of Stadt) and 'Bau' (construction, building). Literally 'cities-building'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the art and science of 'building' ('Bau') 'cities' ('Städte').