Rigipsplatte

plasterboard, drywall panel

noun REE-gips-plat-e Rare

Also means

gypsum board

Usage Note

Rigipsplatte is the brand-derived generic term for gypsum plasterboard (like the English 'Hoover' for vacuum cleaner). It is the standard material for partition walls and suspended ceilings in German interior construction; Rigips is the dominant brand.

Examples

"Die Trennwand im Büro besteht aus Rigipsplatten auf einem Metallständerwerk."

Natural Translation

The partition wall in the office consists of plasterboard on a metal stud frame.

Literal Translation

The partition wall in the office consists of plasterboard panels on a metal stud framework.

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