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Erkerzimmer

bay-windowed room

noun ER-ker-tsim-er Rare

Also means

turret room

Usage Note

Erkerzimmer is a room featuring a protruding bay or oriel window (Erker). Typical in late-19th-century German apartment buildings; prized for extra light and the niche seating they create.

Examples

"Das Erkerzimmer bietet einen wunderschönen Blick auf den Park."

Natural Translation

The bay-windowed room offers a beautiful view of the park.

Literal Translation

The bay-window-room offers a wonderful view of the park.

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