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Badezimmer

Bathroom

Beginnernoun

Definition

A room with washing facilities.

Example

Wo ist das Badezimmer?

Where is the bathroom?

Etymology

'Badezimmer' translates to 'bathroom', combining 'Bad' (bath) and 'Zimmer' (room) from the early 20th century. Its creation reflects modern household developments regarding sanitation.

How & Where It’s Used

'Badezimmer' is used in both formal and informal contexts, frequently appearing in both spoken and written German. It is recognized throughout German-speaking areas, commonly when discussing living spaces.

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