Penthouse
penthouse apartment
noun PENT-house Rare
Origin: from English 'penthouse'
Usage Note
Penthouse in German refers to a luxury top-floor apartment, typically with a terrace (Dachterrasse) and panoramic views; borrowed directly from English. In German real estate listings it implies the highest floor, open-plan layout, and premium finishings.
Examples
"Das Penthouse bietet einen Blick über die ganze Stadt."
Natural Translation
The penthouse offers a view over the whole city.
Literal Translation
The penthouse offers a view over the whole city.
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