construction type / design
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construction type
The specific way in which something is constructed or designed, especially buildings, vehicles, or technical devices. It describes the method, the construction features, and the result of the construction.
Fahrzeuge dieser Bauart sind für ihre besondere Sparsamkeit bekannt.
Vehicles of this construction type are known for their particular fuel efficiency.
The word is made up of 'Bau' (construction, from 'bauen' (to build)) and 'Art' (type/kind). So it literally describes the 'Art des Bauens' (way of building) or the type of construction.
Die Bauart dieses historischen Gebäudes ist einzigartig.
The construction type of this historic building is unique.
'Bauart' (construction type) is very often used with a genitive or the preposition 'von' (of/by) to specify what the construction method refers to.
Die Bauart des Motors beeinflusst den Kraftstoffverbrauch.
The construction type of the engine affects fuel consumption.
'Bauart' (construction type) is a rather formal and technical word. You often find it in product descriptions, technical manuals, or official documents.
Laut Herstellerangaben entspricht das Fahrzeug der neuesten Bauart.
According to the manufacturer's specifications, the vehicle corresponds to the latest construction type.
structure / assembly
'der Aufbau' and 'die Bauart' can both describe how something is made or constructed. 'der Aufbau' refers more to the structure: what parts something consists of and how they are arranged. 'die Bauart' refers more to the type or kind of construction, especially with buildings, vehicles, or devices. They can be confused when talking about technology. As a guide: with 'Aufbau', you look at the parts and their arrangement. With 'Bauart', you ask what construction principle something is built according to.
Diese Bauart spart Platz und macht das Fahrrad leichter.
This construction type saves space and makes the bicycle lighter.
Der Aufbau des Motors ist einfacher, als ich zuerst dachte.
The structure of the engine is simpler than I first thought.