hothouse

das Treibhaus; das Gewächshaus

Example sentences with “hothouse”

  1. The exotic plants are kept in a hothouse. (Die exotischen Pflanzen werden in einem Treibhaus gehalten.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'Treibhaus' and 'Gewächshaus'?

Both are neuter nouns. 'Gewächshaus' is the general term for a greenhouse, while 'Treibhaus' specifically implies a heated environment for forcing plant growth.