Meaning 1neutral; architecture · 82%
The outward-facing front of a building, especially its architectural design.
Natural examples
Die Fassade des alten Hauses wird restauriert.
The old house's facade is being restored.
Kletterpflanzen bedecken fast die ganze Fassade.
Climbing plants cover almost the entire facade.
Hinter der freundlichen Fassade verbarg sich große Sorge.
Great worry hid behind the friendly facade.
Usage note
Fassade usually means a building's exterior; figuratively, it can mean a deceptive outward appearance.
Mini-lesson: Fassade
The outward-facing front of a building, especially its architectural design. Fassade usually means a building's exterior; figuratively, it can mean a deceptive outward appearance.
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