Translations for Roommates / Flatmates
Words and vocabulary you should know if you are looking for a flatshare in Germany/Austria:
- roommate : eine(r) Mitbewohner(in)
- flatshare / houseshare : eine Wonhgemeinschaft
- flatshare / house share (slang) : eine WG
- roomshare (living in the same room) : zweck WG
- read an ad : Angebot lesen
- post an ad : Angebot aufgeben
- When is the room free? Ab wann ist das Zimmer frei?
- How big is my room? Wie grosse ist meiner Zimmer?
- How many people are living in the flat? Wie viele Leute wohnen in der WG?
- Is the flat furnished? Ist die WG voll möbliert?
- Where is the flat situated in the city? Wo liegt die WG in der Stadt?
- Do you speak English? Sprechen Sie Englisch ?
- Do you smoke? Rauchen Sie gern?
What you should know about the German Roommates:
- The Germans, just like the French have started a while ago sharing their houses, especially amongst students. They did share flats with other students whether they were already friends or not before.
- Just like in the major European cities, the rents for the flats are quite expensive. So even some people who are working, are really getting into sharing their flats, in order to spend less money and afford a nicest place.
- Now, you can find lots of ads for people who are looking for roommates, or flatshares. It is also very common to share a flat with a co-worker. The US soap "Friends" has been a hit, and increased that desire to share and spend some good times with flatmates.
- You will find lots of houses to share in Germany and Austria, which makes it easier while living with different people. The Germans speak quite well English, and are keen living with foreigners.
This help will hopefully give you a better idea of what you can expect if you do want to share a flat in Germany or Austria.
