die Überdachung
Translation
roofing, canopy, covered area, shelter
Examples
Die Überdachung schützt vor Regen.
The canopy provides protection from the rain.
Wir brauchen eine Überdachung für die Terrasse.
We need a roof for the terrace.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) as subject Noun as the subject Die Überdachung ist neu.
((sth.)) as accusative object Noun as the accusative object Wir bauen eine Überdachung.
Similar Words
das Vordach (canopy), der Schutz (protection)
Etymology
From the verb 'überdachen' (to cover with a roof). The '-ung' suffix forms a feminine noun.
Memory Tips
Think of 'über' (over) + 'Dach' (roof) + '-ung' (noun suffix) -> the thing that is a roof over something.