Skyscraper: meaning, definitions and examples
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skyscraper
[ ˈskaɪˌskreɪpər ]
tall building
A skyscraper is a very tall building, usually in a city, consisting of many floors or levels.
Synonyms
high-rise building, tower block
Examples of usage
- The skyscraper in New York City is a famous landmark.
- The construction of the new skyscraper will be completed next year.
Translations
Translations of the word "skyscraper" in other languages:
🇵🇹 arranha-céu
🇮🇳 गगनचुंबी इमारत
🇩🇪 Wolkenkratzer
🇮🇩 pencakar langit
🇺🇦 хмарочос
🇵🇱 drapacz chmur
🇯🇵 超高層ビル
🇫🇷 gratte-ciel
🇪🇸 rascacielos
🇹🇷 gökdelen
🇰🇷 고층 건물
🇸🇦 ناطحة سحاب
🇨🇿 mrakodrap
🇸🇰 mrakodrap
🇨🇳 摩天大楼
🇸🇮 nebotičnik
🇮🇸 skýjakljúfur
🇰🇿 аспанмен таласқан ғимарат
🇬🇪 ცათამბჯენი
🇦🇿 göydələn
🇲🇽 rascacielos
Word origin
The term 'skyscraper' originated in the United States in the late 19th century, during the construction boom in cities like Chicago and New York. The first skyscrapers were made possible by advances in steel frame construction, allowing buildings to reach unprecedented heights. The iconic image of a tall, slender tower piercing the skyline became synonymous with modern urban architecture.