In German
Wohnzimmer
Meaning: living room
Example sentences
DasSofastehtimWohnzimmer.
The sofa is in the living room.
AbendssitzenwirimWohnzimmer.
We sit in the living room in the evenings.
MeinWohnzimmeristsehrhell.
My living room is very bright.
Grammar note
“Das Wohnzimmer” is neuter, from “wohnen” (to live) and “Zimmer” (room). “Im” means “in dem”, so “im Wohnzimmer” is “in the living room”.
Common mistake
“Wohnzimmer” is the room. Don't confuse it with “Wohnung” (the whole flat).
Quick check
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What's the difference between Wohnzimmer and Wohnung?
Wohnzimmer is one room, the living room. Wohnung is the whole flat or apartment.
What is the German for “bedroom”?
“Schlafzimmer”, from “schlafen” (to sleep) and “Zimmer”.