Roof - Dach

Roof construction - Dachkonstruktion

Introduction

Today, we will explore the English word "roof" and its German equivalent, "Dach." Roofs are an essential part of any building, providing protection from weather and insulation for the interior. In this lesson, we will learn about different types of roofs and their specific vocabulary in both English and German.

Types of Roofs

Roofs can vary greatly in style, material, and purpose. Here are some common types:

Satteldach - A roof with two sloping sides that come together at a ridge, creating a triangle section.
Walmdach - A roof where all sides slope downwards to the walls, usually with a gentle slope.
Flachdach - A roof which is almost level, in contrast to the many types of sloped roofs.
Mansardendach - A roof with four sloping sides, each of which becomes steeper halfway down.

Construction Elements

When discussing roofs, several construction elements are crucial:

Ridge (First) - The highest part of the roof, where two sloping sides meet.
Dachtraufe - The lower border of the roof that overhangs the walls of the building.
Dachstuhl - The framework supporting the roof.

Vokabel-Quiz: Teste Dein Wissen

Leicht

Wie sagt man "Flachdach" auf Englisch? (Flat roof) (!Gabled roof) (!Mansard roof) (!Hip roof)

Welches Wort beschreibt den Teil eines Daches, der die Wände überragt? (Eaves) (!Ridge) (!Truss) (!Shingle)

Was ist ein "Dachstuhl" auf Englisch? (Truss) (!Chimney) (!Beam) (!Tile)

Wie heißt "Walmdach" auf Englisch? (Hip roof) (!Gabled roof) (!Flat roof) (!Mansard roof)

Welcher Dachteilt trifft sich am höchsten Punkt des Daches? (Ridge) (!Eaves) (!Insulation) (!Frame)

Standard

Which German word is used for "shingles"? (Dachziegel) (!Dachfenster) (!Dachrinne) (!Firstziegel)

Ein "First" ist auf Englisch was? (Ridge) (!Wall) (!Floor) (!Window)

What is a "Dachtraufe" in English? (Eaves) (!Pillar) (!Gutter) (!Beam)

Wie nennt man "Mansardendach" auf Englisch? (Mansard roof) (!Gabled roof) (!Flat roof) (!Hip roof)

Which structure is known as "Dachstuhl" in German? (Truss) (!Tile) (!Chimney) (!Facade)

Schwer

What does "gable" refer to in roof architecture? (A triangular portion of a wall between the edges of a dual-pitched roof) (!A support beam used primarily in construction) (!The vertical end of a ridge) (!A decorative roofline element)

Which term describes a roof that slopes on all sides? (Hip roof) (!Gabled roof) (!Mansard roof) (!Flat roof)

What is the function of trusses in roof construction? (To support the roof) (!To cover the roof) (!To insulate the roof) (!To waterproof the roof)

A "Mansard roof" is characterized by how many sloping sides? (Four) (!Two) (!Three) (!One)

The "eaves" of a roof are specifically what? (The lower edges of the roof that overhang the face of a wall) (!The highest point of the roof) (!The structural base of the roof) (!A type of decorative trim)