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construction
The way something is built or put together; the process of building or erecting something.
Die Konstruktion der neuen Brücke wird voraussichtlich zwei Jahre dauern.
The construction of the new bridge is expected to take two years.
structure
A building or technical structure made up of several parts.
Der Eiffelturm ist eine beeindruckende Stahlkonstruktion.
The Eiffel Tower is an impressive steel structure.
construction
In grammar, the way a sentence or part of a sentence is built from words and phrases.
Im Deutschunterricht analysieren wir komplizierte Satzkonstruktionen.
In German class, we analyze complicated sentence constructions.
construct
A mental construct that is based not on facts, but on assumptions or inventions.
Seine ganze Theorie ist nur eine theoretische Konstruktion ohne Bezug zur Realität.
His whole theory is just a theoretical construct with no connection to reality.
The noun 'die Konstruktion' (construction) belongs to the verb 'konstruieren' (to construct). When someone constructs something (builds or designs it), the result or process is the 'Konstruktion' (construction).
Ein Architekt konstruiert ein Gebäude.
An architect designs a building.
You can recognize the meaning of 'Konstruktion' (construction) from context. If it is about buildings, the technical meaning is intended. In language classes, it is about sentences. In philosophical texts, it is about mental models.
Die Stahlkonstruktion des Turms muss überprüft werden.
The steel structure of the tower has to be inspected.
When a finished structure is meant, 'Konstruktion' (structure/construction) is often combined with a material (e.g., 'Holzkonstruktion' = wooden structure, 'Stahlkonstruktion' = steel structure) or with an adjective like 'stabil' (stable), 'komplex' (complex), or 'gewagt' (bold/daring).
Das Dach ist eine leichte Holzkonstruktion.
The roof is a lightweight wooden structure.
In grammar, the word 'Satzkonstruktion' (sentence construction) is often used. It describes how a sentence is built. People speak of 'einfachen' (simple) or 'komplexen' (complex) constructions.
Lange Sätze haben oft eine komplexe Konstruktion.
Long sentences often have a complex construction.
In the abstract meaning, 'Konstruktion' (construct) is often used with adjectives like 'theoretisch' (theoretical), 'gedanklich' (mental/conceptual), or 'rein' (pure) to emphasize that something is not based on real facts.
Seine Erklärung ist eine rein theoretische Konstruktion.
His explanation is a purely theoretical construct.
construction / building
Both Bau and Konstruktion can describe the construction of a structure. Bau tends to emphasize the practical work at the construction site, while Konstruktion focuses more on the way it is built and its technical composition. Use Bau for the work itself, and Konstruktion when the structure or planning is the focus.
Die Konstruktion der Brücke muss dem starken Wind standhalten.
The bridge's design must withstand strong winds.
Der Bau der Brücke macht wegen des Wetters nur langsam Fortschritte.
Construction of the bridge is progressing slowly because of the weather.
