civil engineering
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civil engineering
The branch of construction that deals with the planning and building of structures at or below the earth's surface. This includes, for example, roads, tunnels, and sewer systems.
Für den Bau der neuen U-Bahn-Linie sind umfangreiche Arbeiten im Tiefbau erforderlich.
Extensive civil engineering work is required for the construction of the new subway line.
'Tiefbau' (civil engineering) is a compound noun made up of the adjective 'tief' (deep) and the noun 'der Bau' (construction). It literally describes construction projects that take place in the depths, that is, below or at the earth's surface.
Der Tiefbau ist für die gesamte Infrastruktur einer Stadt von entscheidender Bedeutung.
Civil engineering is crucial for a city's entire infrastructure.
This word is a technical term from the construction industry. It is mainly used in professional and technical contexts when referring to large infrastructure projects such as roads, sewers, or foundations.
Die Firma hat sich auf Projekte im Bereich Tiefbau spezialisiert.
The company specializes in civil engineering projects.
When talking about working in this sector, people often use the phrase 'im Tiefbau arbeiten' (to work in civil engineering) or 'im Tiefbau tätig sein' (to be employed in civil engineering).
Mein Onkel arbeitet seit zwanzig Jahren im Tiefbau.
My uncle has worked in civil engineering for twenty years.
road construction
'der Strassenbau' (road construction) and 'der Tiefbau' (civil engineering) both belong to the field of construction and often involve work at or below the earth's surface. 'Der Strassenbau' is more specific: it is about roads, paths, and squares. 'Der Tiefbau' is broader and also includes tunnels, sewers, or other structures underground. The words can be confused because road construction can be part of civil engineering. If it is specifically about a road, 'Strassenbau' fits better. If several types of construction work in the ground are meant, 'Tiefbau' is more natural.
Im Tiefbau plant das Team neue Kanäle und eine Unterführung.
In civil engineering, the team is planning new sewers and an underpass.
Wegen des Strassenbaus ist die Hauptstraße diese Woche gesperrt.
Because of the road construction, the main road is closed this week.