Die Bauaufsicht
Example: Die Bauaufsicht kontrolliert regelmäßig die Baustelle auf Sicherheit.
Definition
The term "die Bauaufsicht" refers to the official supervision or inspection authority responsible for ensuring safety and compliance on construction sites. This supervision regularly checks that building regulations and safety standards are properly followed during construction projects.
Etymology
"Die Bauaufsicht" is a German compound word consisting of "Bau" meaning construction and "Aufsicht" meaning supervision or oversight. It literally translates to 'construction supervision.' The word reflects the role of overseeing building projects to ensure they meet legal and safety requirements.
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"Die Bauaufsicht" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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