caretaker-like
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caretaker-like
Used in a very colloquial and rare way as an indeclinable adjective to describe behavior or a quality perceived as typical of a caretaker, often in the sense of being overly exact, obsessed with order, or controlling.
Sei nicht so Hausmeister und lass die Leute einfach feiern.
Don't be so caretaker-like and just let people celebrate.
This adjectival use derives from the noun 'der Hausmeister' (the caretaker). It plays on the stereotype of a caretaker who pays excessive attention to order and compliance with rules.
Mein Nachbar ist total Hausmeister, er beschwert sich über alles.
My neighbor is totally caretaker-like; he complains about everything.
As an adjective, 'Hausmeister' is indeclinable, so it is not declined. It usually comes after the verb 'sein' (to be) and does not take an ending.
Sei doch nicht immer gleich so Hausmeister!
Don't always be so caretaker-like right away!
This use is very colloquial and is often used in a slightly derogatory or joking way. You should avoid this phrasing in formal situations.
Er hat uns ermahnt, leise zu sein. Manchmal ist er ein bisschen Hausmeister.
He told us to be quiet. Sometimes he's a bit caretaker-like.
property management
The meanings given do not allow a direct comparison between two ordinary terms for a contact person dealing with building damage. “Die Hausverwaltung” refers to the responsible person or company, whereas “hausmeister” is used only rarely as an indeclinable adjective for a certain type of behavior. “Hausverwaltung” is therefore the appropriate term for managing a repair.
Sein hausmeister Verhalten bei der Ordnung im Haus wirkte auf manche Nachbarn übergenau.
His caretaker-like behavior when it came to keeping the building orderly seemed overly exacting to some of the neighbors.
Die Hausverwaltung organisierte nach dem Gebäudeschaden die Reparatur.
The property management company organized the repairs after the building was damaged.
