German · Daily Life
Haus
House
Beginnernoun
Definition
A building for living in.
Example
Mein Haus ist in der Nähe des Parks.
My house is near the park.
Etymology
'Haus' comes from the Old High German 'huus' and is related to the Latin 'casa', meaning 'house'. Its roots trace back to Proto-Indo-European language, exemplifying the basic human need for shelter.
How & Where It’s Used
'Haus' is used in both spoken and formal written contexts. It appears universally in all German-speaking regions, often used informally in conversations about living arrangements.