Einbauküche

fitted kitchen

noun EYN-bau-kue-kheh Rare

Also means

built-in kitchen

Usage Note

Einbauküche refers to a kitchen where all the cabinets and appliances are built in as a coordinated unit, rather than freestanding furniture. In German rental law, whether an Einbauküche belongs to the landlord or tenant is a recurring issue.

Examples

"Die neue Wohnung hat eine moderne Einbauküche mit Induktionsherd."

Natural Translation

The new apartment has a modern fitted kitchen with an induction hob.

Literal Translation

The new apartment has a modern fitted-kitchen with induction-stove.

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