die Wohnstätte
Translation
dwelling, residence, abode
Examples
Er hat hier seine ständige Wohnstätte.
He has his permanent residence here.
Die Höhle diente als erste Wohnstätte der Menschen.
The cave served as the first dwelling for humans.
Grammar Patterns
to serve ((as)) a dwelling to serve as a dwelling The cave served as their first dwelling.
Similar Words
die Wohnung (apartment), das Zuhause (home), der Wohnsitz (residence)
Etymology
Composed of 'Wohn-' (dwelling) and 'Stätte' (site, place). It signifies a 'dwelling place', often in a formal or legal context.
Memory Tips
Recognize 'Stätte' as a more elevated term for 'place'. This makes 'Wohnstätte' a formal or official word for 'residence'.