noun
terrace, patio
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Terrasse: feminine noun meaning terrace or patio. Use definite article die (plural Terrassen). Commonly used with preposition auf: auf der Terrasse (location, dative) or auf die Terrasse (direction, accusative). Regular plural and declension; not irregular, everyday outdoor seating or paved area beside a house.
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Die Familie saß auf der Terrasse, obwohl es gestern Abend sehr kalt war.
The family sat on the terrace, although it was very cold last night.
Die Terrasse hat einen schönen Blick auf den Garten.
The patio has a lovely view of the garden.
Wir sitzen im Sommer oft auf der Terrasse.
We often sit on the terrace in summer.
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Imagine wooden decking with a table and chairs overlooking a garden.
Sounds like the English 'terrace' — same idea.
Die = feminine. Picture a female friend ('die') sitting on the terrace to remember 'die Terrasse'.
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Terrasse refers to an outdoor, often ground-level or raised area adjacent to a house (similar to patio). It can be larger and more garden-focused than a Balkon.