der Raum
room, space
der Raum 30秒了解
- Raum means room or space and is a masculine noun (der).
- It is used for functional rooms (offices, labs) rather than bedrooms.
- It also refers to the abstract concept of space and outer space.
- The plural form is 'Räume' with an umlaut.
The German noun der Raum is a versatile term that primarily translates to 'room' or 'space'. At its core, it refers to a three-dimensional area that can be either physical and enclosed, or abstract and boundless. Understanding 'Raum' requires distinguishing it from its close relatives like 'Zimmer' (a room in a house) and 'Platz' (a specific spot or square). While 'Zimmer' is strictly architectural, 'Raum' encompasses everything from a classroom (Klassenraum) to the vastness of outer space (Weltraum).
- Physical Enclosure
- In an architectural context, 'Raum' refers to any partitioned area within a building. It is often used in formal or functional contexts, such as 'Heizungsraum' (boiler room) or 'Tagungsraum' (meeting room).
Dieser Raum ist für die Öffentlichkeit nicht zugänglich.
- Abstract Concept
- Beyond walls, 'Raum' signifies the concept of space itself—the dimension in which all things exist. This includes 'Zeitraum' (a period of time) and 'Spielraum' (leeway or room for maneuver).
Wir brauchen mehr Raum für neue Ideen.
- Cosmic Dimension
- In science, 'Raum' is the term for outer space. 'Der Weltraum' is the standard way to describe the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere.
Die Sterne funkeln im tiefen Raum.
Der Raum zwischen den Atomen ist fast leer.
In diesem Raum herrscht absolute Stille.
Using 'Raum' correctly involves understanding its grammatical gender and how it interacts with prepositions. As a masculine noun, it takes 'der' in the nominative, 'den' in the accusative, and 'dem' in the dative. Because it often refers to a location, you will frequently use it with 'in' plus the dative case to describe where something is located.
- Prepositional Usage
- When you are inside a room, you say 'im Raum' (in dem Raum). If you are moving into a room, you say 'in den Raum'.
Die Kinder spielen im Raum nebenan.
- Compound Nouns
- German loves compound nouns. 'Raum' acts as a suffix for many functional areas: Wohnraum (living space), Stauraum (storage space), and Luftraum (airspace).
Wir müssen den Stauraum unter der Treppe nutzen.
Die Räume in diesem Schloss sind riesig.
- Abstract Leeway
- In professional settings, 'Raum' is used to describe possibilities. 'Raum für Verhandlungen' means room for negotiations.
Es gibt keinen Raum für Fehler.
Der Architekt hat den Raum optimal aufgeteilt.
'Raum' is a high-frequency word found in diverse environments. From the mundane setting of an office building to the philosophical heights of a physics lecture, you will encounter this word daily. In German culture, where precision and organization are valued, the categorization of 'Räume' is quite specific.
- In Public Buildings
- Signs in universities or offices often use 'Raum' followed by a number (e.g., Raum 101). It sounds more official than 'Zimmer'.
Die Vorlesung findet in Raum 402 statt.
- In Science and Media
- Documentaries about the universe frequently use 'Weltraum'. News reports about aviation will mention 'Luftraum'.
Die Rakete startete in den Weltraum.
Der Raum war mit moderner Technik ausgestattet.
- In Philosophy and Art
- Artists talk about 'Raumwirkung' (the effect of space) and philosophers discuss 'Raum und Zeit' (space and time).
Kant schrieb über die Natur von Raum und Zeit.
Gibt es in diesem Raum WLAN?
Learners often struggle with the nuance between 'Raum', 'Zimmer', and 'Platz'. While all three can be translated as 'room' or 'space' in English, they are not interchangeable in German. Misusing them can lead to confusion or sound unnatural to native speakers.
- Raum vs. Zimmer
- 'Zimmer' is specifically for residential rooms (Schlafzimmer, Wohnzimmer). 'Raum' is for functional or public rooms. Don't say 'Mein Schlaf-Raum'.
Falsch: Mein Haus hat fünf Räume. (Richtig: Zimmer)
- Raum vs. Platz
- 'Platz' refers to a specific seat, a town square, or 'room' in the sense of available capacity (e.g., 'Is there room for me?'). 'Raum' is the volume of space.
Falsch: In dem Auto ist kein Raum mehr. (Richtig: Platz)
Der Raum ist zu klein für so viele Leute.
- Gender Errors
- 'Raum' is masculine. Many learners mistakenly use 'das Raum' because 'das Zimmer' is neuter. Always pair it with 'der'.
Ich mag den Raum (Accusative) sehr.
Es gibt viel Raum für Verbesserungen.
To truly master 'Raum', you must understand its synonyms and related terms. German has a rich vocabulary for spatial concepts, and choosing the right word depends on the context—whether it's domestic, urban, or scientific.
- Das Zimmer
- The most common word for a room in a house or hotel. It is cozy and private. Example: 'Hotelzimmer'.
Mein Zimmer ist immer aufgeräumt.
- Der Platz
- Refers to a specific location, a seat, or 'room' as in capacity. Also means a public square (e.g., Alexanderplatz).
Ist dieser Platz noch frei?
- Die Fläche
- Refers to surface area or a flat expanse. Used in geometry and real estate (Wohnfläche).
Die Fläche des Gartens ist groß.
- Das Weltall
- A synonym for 'Weltraum' (outer space). It feels slightly more poetic or all-encompassing.
Wir erforschen das Weltall.
Der Saal war festlich geschmückt.
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Der Raum ist sehr groß.
The room is very big.
Nominative case, masculine.
Wo ist Raum 202?
Where is room 202?
Used as a proper noun.
Das ist ein schöner Raum.
That is a beautiful room.
Indefinite article 'ein'.
Ich bin im Raum.
I am in the room.
Dative case after 'in'.
Der Raum hat zwei Fenster.
The room has two windows.
Simple S-V-O structure.
Ist der Raum frei?
Is the room free?
Question form.
Wir suchen den Raum.
We are looking for the room.
Accusative case 'den'.
Der Raum ist dunkel.
The room is dark.
Adjective predicate.
Wir brauchen mehr Raum für die Möbel.
We need more space for the furniture.
Raum meaning 'space'.
Der Weltraum ist unendlich.
Outer space is infinite.
Compound noun 'Weltraum'.
Gehen Sie bitte in den nächsten Raum.
Please go into the next room.
Accusative after 'in' (movement).
Dieser Raum wird als Lager genutzt.
This room is used as storage.
Passive voice 'wird genutzt'.
Es gibt viel Wohnraum in der Stadt.
There is a lot of living space in the city.
Compound noun 'Wohnraum'.
Der Raum ist leer.
The room is empty.
Simple description.
Wir teilen uns einen Raum.
We share a room.
Reflexive verb 'teilen uns'.
Der Raum hat eine gute Akustik.
The room has good acoustics.
Abstract property.
Wir müssen den Zeitraum genau festlegen.
We must define the period of time exactly.
Raum as 'time period'.
Der Chef gibt uns viel Spielraum.
The boss gives us a lot of leeway.
Idiomatic 'Spielraum'.
Im ländlichen Raum gibt es weniger Busse.
In rural areas, there are fewer buses.
Raum as 'geographical area'.
Der Raum wirkte durch die Spiegel größer.
The room seemed larger because of the mirrors.
Past tense 'wirkte'.
Wir schaffen Raum für neue Projekte.
We are making room for new projects.
Metaphorical use.
Der Luftraum über dem Land ist gesperrt.
The airspace over the country is closed.
Technical compound.
In diesem Raum herrscht Rauchverbot.
Smoking is prohibited in this room.
Formal expression.
Der Raum ist multifunktional gestaltet.
The room is designed to be multifunctional.
Adverbial description.
Die Raumplanung ist ein wichtiger Teil der Architektur.
Spatial planning is an important part of architecture.
Technical term 'Raumplanung'.
Das lässt Raum für Interpretationen.
That leaves room for interpretation.
Abstract idiom.
Wir müssen den begrenzten Raum optimal nutzen.
We must make optimal use of the limited space.
Adjective declension.
Der virtuelle Raum bietet viele Möglichkeiten.
Virtual space offers many possibilities.
Modern context.
Die Atmosphäre im Raum war sehr angespannt.
The atmosphere in the room was very tense.
Metaphorical 'atmosphere'.
Es mangelt an bezahlbarem Wohnraum.
There is a lack of affordable living space.
Verb 'mangeln an' + dative.
Der Künstler nutzt den Raum als Medium.
The artist uses space as a medium.
Conceptual use.
Der Raum wurde komplett entkernt.
The room was completely gutted.
Construction terminology.
Die Theorie krümmt den Raum und die Zeit.
The theory curves space and time.
Scientific context.
In diesem sozialen Raum gelten andere Regeln.
Different rules apply in this social space.
Sociological term.
Der Text eröffnet einen weiten Raum für Diskurse.
The text opens up a wide space for discourse.
Academic metaphor.
Die Raumordnung koordiniert verschiedene Interessen.
Regional planning coordinates various interests.
Political/Legal term.
Er fühlte sich in dem engen Raum beklemmt.
He felt oppressed in the narrow space.
Psychological state.
Die klangliche Gestaltung des Raumes ist exzellent.
The sonic design of the space is excellent.
Genitive case.
Wir bewegen uns hier im Raum der Spekulation.
We are moving here in the realm of speculation.
Abstract realm.
Die Architektur definiert den öffentlichen Raum.
Architecture defines public space.
Urban theory.
Die Unendlichkeit des Raumes entzieht sich dem Verstand.
The infinity of space eludes the mind.
Philosophical depth.
Sie beansprucht viel Raum für ihre persönliche Entfaltung.
She claims a lot of space for her personal development.
Metaphorical 'Raum'.
Die dialektische Beziehung zwischen Raum und Subjekt.
The dialectical relationship between space and subject.
Academic register.
Der Raum ist durchdrungen von Geschichte.
The space is permeated with history.
Poetic expression.
Jede Geste nimmt im Raum eine eigene Form an.
Every gesture takes on its own form in space.
Abstract observation.
Die räumliche Ausdehnung ist eine Grundkategorie.
Spatial extension is a fundamental category.
Ontological context.
In der Enge des Raumes liegt die Kraft der Konzentration.
In the narrowness of space lies the power of concentration.
Literary style.
Der Raum fungiert als Resonanzkörper für die Stimme.
The room functions as a resonance chamber for the voice.
Technical metaphor.
常见搭配
常用短语
Raum und Zeit
im ländlichen Raum
Raum für Verbesserungen
der freie Raum
ein Raum voller Menschen
den Raum verlassen
Raum 101
Raum geben
unter dem Raum
hinter dem Raum
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Raum can mean 'opportunity' or 'leeway'.
Raum vs Zimmer: Zimmer is for living; Raum is for working/function.
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Raum is masculine, not neuter.
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Movement into a space requires the accusative case.
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Residential rooms use 'Zimmer'.
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Use 'Platz' for physical capacity or a seat.
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The plural must have an umlaut.
小贴士
Gender Memory
Always associate 'Raum' with 'der'. Imagine a man standing in a room to remember it's masculine. This helps avoid the common mistake of using 'das' (from Zimmer).
Compound Power
Learn 'Raum' as a suffix. If you see a word ending in -raum, it's almost certainly a type of room or space. This will instantly expand your vocabulary by dozens of words.
Function vs. Living
If the room has a specific job (like storing things or teaching), use 'Raum'. If it's for relaxing or sleeping at home, use 'Zimmer'. This is the golden rule for learners.
The 'Au' Sound
Make sure the 'au' in 'Raum' sounds like the 'ou' in 'house'. It should be a smooth transition from 'a' to 'u'. Practice saying 'der blaue Raum' to master the vowel.
Plural Umlaut
When writing the plural 'Räume', always remember the umlaut. Without it, the word is misspelled. It's one of the most common spelling errors for A2 students.
Context Clues
If you hear 'Raum' in a science podcast, it means 'space'. If you hear it in an office, it means 'room'. Use the surrounding words to determine the meaning quickly.
Public Signs
When in Germany, look at signs in public buildings. You will see 'Raum' followed by numbers everywhere. This is the best way to see the word used in its natural habitat.
Spielraum
Use the word 'Spielraum' in your B1/B2 exams. It's a sophisticated way to say 'flexibility' and will impress the examiners. It shows you understand abstract German concepts.
In + Dative
Practice the phrase 'im Raum'. Since you spend most of your time *in* rooms, this is the most common way you will use the word. Master the dative 'dem' early.
Raum vs. Platz
Remember: 'Raum' is the box, 'Platz' is the spot inside the box. If you want to sit down, ask for a 'Platz'. If you want to build a house, you need 'Raum'.
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词源
Old High German 'rūm'
文化背景
The concept of 'Lebensraum' has a dark historical context in Germany.
Bauhaus focused on 'Raum' and function.
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对话开场白
"In welchem Raum ist das Meeting?"
"Glaubst du an Leben im Weltraum?"
"Wie viel Raum brauchst du zum Arbeiten?"
"Ist dieser Raum klimatisiert?"
"Wie findest du die Raumaufteilung?"
日记主题
Beschreibe deinen idealen Raum.
Was bedeutet 'Raum' für dich?
Hast du genug Spielraum in deinem Job?
Wie sieht der Weltraum in deiner Fantasie aus?
Warum ist Raumplanung wichtig?
常见问题
10 个问题Yes, 'der Raum' is always masculine in German. This means you use 'der', 'den', 'dem', and 'des' depending on the case. It never changes gender regardless of the context, whether you are talking about a small office or the vast outer space.
Use 'Zimmer' for rooms in a house where people live, like 'Schlafzimmer' (bedroom) or 'Kinderzimmer' (nursery). Use 'Raum' for functional, public, or technical rooms, such as 'Klassenraum' (classroom) or 'Serverraum' (server room).
The plural is 'die Räume'. Note the addition of the umlaut over the 'a' and the 'e' at the end. This is a common pattern for masculine nouns in German. For example: 'Die Räume sind hell' (The rooms are bright).
Yes, but it is usually used as 'der Weltraum'. In scientific contexts, you might just hear 'der Raum', but 'Weltraum' is the standard term for the universe beyond Earth. It is a very common compound noun.
Literally 'play-room', but it's an idiom meaning 'leeway' or 'room for maneuver'. It describes how much freedom or flexibility you have in a situation. For example: 'Wir haben wenig Spielraum bei diesem Preis' (We have little leeway with this price).
Yes, in the compound 'der Zeitraum', which means a period or span of time. It treats time as a spatial dimension. You might say: 'In einem Zeitraum von zwei Wochen' (In a period of two weeks).
You say 'im Raum'. This is a contraction of 'in dem Raum'. Because 'in' takes the dative case when describing a location, 'der' becomes 'dem'. If you are moving into the room, you say 'in den Raum' (accusative).
It refers to spatial or regional planning. It is a professional field in Germany concerned with how land and space are used in cities and rural areas. It's a common term in news about urban development.
No, for a seat you should use 'der Platz'. If you ask 'Ist hier noch Raum?', people might understand you, but 'Ist hier noch ein Platz frei?' is the correct and natural way to ask if a seat is available.
Yes, it is extremely common. It appears in the top 500 most used German words because of its many meanings and its use in hundreds of compound nouns.
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Write a sentence with 'der Raum'.
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Translate: 'The room is small'.
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Write a sentence with 'Weltraum'.
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Translate: 'We need more space'.
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Explain the difference between 'Raum' and 'Zimmer'.
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Write a sentence with 'Spielraum'.
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Describe a 'Raum' in your house.
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Write about 'Raumplanung' in cities.
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Discuss the concept of 'öffentlicher Raum'.
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Write a poem about 'Raum und Zeit'.
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Translate: 'Where is the room?'
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Translate: 'The rooms are big.'
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Translate: 'I have no leeway.'
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Translate: 'The airspace is closed.'
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Translate: 'Space is infinite.'
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Write 'the room' in German.
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Write 'the rooms' in German.
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Write 'storage space' in German.
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Say: 'Der Raum ist hier.'
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Say: 'Wo ist der Raum?'
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Say: 'Ich mag diesen Raum.'
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Say: 'Wir brauchen Raum.'
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Say: 'Der Zeitraum ist kurz.'
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Say: 'Gibt es Spielraum?'
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Say: 'Die Raumplanung ist fertig.'
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Say: 'Der Weltraum ist weit.'
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Say: 'Der öffentliche Raum gehört uns.'
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Say: 'Raum und Zeit sind relativ.'
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Say: 'Ein Raum, zwei Räume.'
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Say: 'Im Weltraum gibt es Sterne.'
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Say: 'Wir schaffen Raum.'
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Say: 'Der Luftraum ist frei.'
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Say: 'Räumliche Wahrnehmung.'
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Say: 'Guten Tag, Raum 10?'
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Say: 'Das ist mein Wohnraum.'
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Say: 'Kein Spielraum mehr.'
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Say: 'Optimale Raumnutzung.'
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Say: 'Die Grenzen des Raumes.'
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Listen and write: 'Der Raum'.
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Listen and write: 'Die Räume'.
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Listen and write: 'Zeitraum'.
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Listen and write: 'Raumplanung'.
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Listen and write: 'Öffentlicher Raum'.
Listen and write: 'Räumlichkeit'.
Listen: 'Ist der Raum frei?' (Question or Statement?)
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Summary
The word 'Raum' is your go-to for functional areas and the general concept of space. Example: 'Der Weltraum ist faszinierend' (Outer space is fascinating).
- Raum means room or space and is a masculine noun (der).
- It is used for functional rooms (offices, labs) rather than bedrooms.
- It also refers to the abstract concept of space and outer space.
- The plural form is 'Räume' with an umlaut.
Gender Memory
Always associate 'Raum' with 'der'. Imagine a man standing in a room to remember it's masculine. This helps avoid the common mistake of using 'das' (from Zimmer).
Compound Power
Learn 'Raum' as a suffix. If you see a word ending in -raum, it's almost certainly a type of room or space. This will instantly expand your vocabulary by dozens of words.
Function vs. Living
If the room has a specific job (like storing things or teaching), use 'Raum'. If it's for relaxing or sleeping at home, use 'Zimmer'. This is the golden rule for learners.
The 'Au' Sound
Make sure the 'au' in 'Raum' sounds like the 'ou' in 'house'. It should be a smooth transition from 'a' to 'u'. Practice saying 'der blaue Raum' to master the vowel.
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