Unterkunftssuche

search for accommodation

noun oon-ter-KOONF-ts-zoo-kheh Rare

Usage Note

Unterkunftssuche is the process of looking for a place to stay, whether online or in person. Commonly used in expat forums, travel blogs, and official advice for newcomers to Germany.

Examples

"Die Unterkunftssuche während der Messe gestaltete sich schwierig."

Natural Translation

The search for accommodation during the trade fair proved difficult.

Literal Translation

The accommodation search during the trade fair turned out difficult.

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