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Structurally changed, renovated, or adapted for a new purpose. Usually refers to buildings, apartments, or rooms.
Die alte Fabrik wurde zu modernen Loft-Wohnungen umgebaut.
The old factory was converted into modern loft apartments.
modified
Technically modified or optimized for a different function or performance. Often refers to vehicles, engines, or machines.
Sein Motorrad wurde für Rennen komplett umgebaut und hat jetzt mehr Leistung.
His motorcycle was completely modified for racing and now has more power.
'Umgebaut' (converted/modified) is the past participle of the separable verb 'umbauen' (to convert/remodel). The prefix 'um-' indicates a change or redesign, while 'bauen' (to build) describes the basic action.
Die Familie baut gerade ihr Haus um.
The family is currently remodeling their house.
As a past participle, 'umgebaut' (converted/modified) is very often used like an adjective. It can stand before a noun or describe a state with the verb 'sein' (to be).
Wir wohnen in einem frisch umgebauten Bauernhaus.
We live in a freshly converted farmhouse.
The underlying verb 'umbauen' (to convert/remodel) is often used in the structure 'etwas zu etwas umbauen' (to convert something into something) to describe the result of the change. The adjective 'umgebaut' (converted/modified) is the result of this action.
Der Architekt hat das alte Büro zu einer hellen Praxis umgebaut.
The architect converted the old office into a bright medical practice.
You can tell whether it is a structural or technical change from the noun. If 'umgebaut' (converted/modified) refers to buildings, rooms, or furniture, the structural meaning is meant. With vehicles or machines, it refers to technical modification.
Die umgebaute Wohnung hat jetzt ein offenes Wohnzimmer.
The converted apartment now has an open living room.
expanded / converted / developed
When referring to a room, both words can be appropriate after construction work. „ausgebaut“ emphasizes that a previously unused room has been finished for residential use, while „umgebaut“ highlights structural changes or adaptation for a new purpose. An attic can therefore be both „ausgebaut“ and „umgebaut“.
Der Dachboden wurde für die neue Raumaufteilung umgebaut.
The attic was remodeled to accommodate the new layout.
Der Dachboden wurde zu einem hellen Kinderzimmer ausgebaut.
The attic was converted into a bright children's bedroom.
