scaffolding / framework
das Gerüst, die Gerüste
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scaffolding
A temporary structure made of poles and planks that is erected on the outside of a building so that workers can work on it.
An der Fassade des alten Rathauses wird gerade ein Gerüst aufgebaut.
Scaffolding is currently being put up on the facade of the old town hall.
framework
A basic structure or framework that serves as the basis for something, for example a text, a plan, or an organization.
Die Gliederung bildet das Gerüst für meine Abschlussarbeit.
The outline forms the framework for my thesis.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Gerüste |
| genitive | des Gerüstes |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Gerüst | die Gerüste |
| accusative | das Gerüst | die Gerüste |
| dative | dem Gerüst | den Gerüsten |
| genitive | des Gerüstes des Gerüsts | der Gerüste |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
The word 'Gerüst' (scaffolding/framework) is related to the verb 'rüsten' (to prepare or equip). A 'Gerüst' is therefore a prepared structure that supports something or is provided for a task.
Die Arbeiter rüsten die Baustelle für den nächsten Bauabschnitt.
The workers are preparing the construction site for the next phase of construction.
You can easily recognize the meaning from context. If people are talking about buildings, construction sites, or facades, the physical structure is meant. In connection with words like 'Plan' (plan), 'Text' (text), 'Theorie' (theory), or 'Konzept' (concept), it means the abstract basic structure.
Das Gerüst am Kirchturm muss erneuert werden.
The scaffolding on the church tower needs to be replaced.
Deine Argumentation braucht ein logisches Gerüst.
Your argument needs a logical framework.
In connection with the construction structure, the verbs 'aufbauen' (to set up), 'errichten' (to erect), and 'abbauen' (to dismantle) are often used.
Die Firma wird das Gerüst nächste Woche abbauen.
The company will dismantle the scaffolding next week.
Für die Renovierung wurde ein großes Gerüst errichtet.
A large scaffold was erected for the renovation.
In the abstract meaning, 'Gerüst' (framework) is often used with adjectives or in genitive constructions, e.g. 'das theoretische Gerüst' (the theoretical framework), 'das Gerüst eines Romans' (the framework of a novel), or 'das Gerüst einer Organisation' (the framework of an organization).
Die Kapitel bilden das Gerüst des Buches.
The chapters form the framework of the book.
frame
Rahmen and Gerüst can both refer to a basic structure. Rahmen tends to describe the external context or boundaries, while Gerüst emphasizes a foundation with supporting parts that can still be developed. Use „Rahmen“ for conditions and „Gerüst“ for a structure that will be supplemented later.
Das Gerüst des Textes steht, aber die Beispiele müssen noch ergänzt werden.
The framework of the text is in place, but the examples still need to be added.
Im Rahmen des Projekts legen wir zuerst die wichtigsten Ziele fest.
As part of the project, we are first defining the most important goals.
