der Bescheid, -e
inform · know · notice
Eine Information oder Mitteilung, die jemand offiziell bekommt, oft von einer Behörde.
The German word "Bescheid" is a noun meaning "notification," "decision," or "information." It comes from the verb "scheiden" (to separate, decide), referring here to a concluded decision or an official message.
Related words:
- Mitteilung — communication, message
- Information — information
- Entscheidung — decision
- Nachricht — news, message
Differences:
- "Bescheid" often implies an official or clear answer/notification.
- "Mitteilung" and "Nachricht" are broader terms for any kind of message.
- "Entscheidung" emphasizes the act of deciding rather than informing.
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Examples
Gibst du ihm Bescheid?noun
Will you inform him?
Du solltest ihr bald Bescheid sagen.noun
You should let her know soon.
Bitte sag mir rechtzeitig Bescheid.noun
Please let me know in time.
Ich habe den Bescheid gestern im Briefkasten gefunden.noun
I found the notice in the mailbox yesterday.
Der offizielle Bescheid kam später als erwartet.noun
The official notice came later than expected.
Die Bescheide über die Prüfung wurden gestern verschickt.noun
The notices about the exam were sent out yesterday.
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