VERB
umbauen/ˈumˌbaʊ̯ən/to remodel; to rebuild; to convert (a building)
umbauen is a German verb that means to remodel, to rebuild, or to convert (a building). It is pronounced /ˈumˌbaʊ̯ən/.
Definitions
1.to change the structure or function of a building; to remodel, rebuild, or convert(buildings/construction)
a.to remodel or restructure for a new use
Wir wollen das alte Haus umbauen, damit mehr Platz entsteht.—We want to remodel the old house to create more space.
b.to convert for a new purpose
Die Fabrik wurde zu Wohnungen umgebaut.—The factory was converted into apartments.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "umbauen" mean in English?
- "umbauen" means to remodel, to rebuild, or to convert (a building). It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "umbauen"?
- "umbauen" is pronounced /ˈumˌbaʊ̯ən/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What part of speech is "umbauen"?
- "umbauen" is a verb in German.
