der Brief, -e
letter
Ein auf Papier geschriebener Text, der an eine bestimmte Person geschickt wird, um Informationen oder Grüße zu übermitteln.
The German word "Brief" is a noun that means "letter," referring to a written message traditionally sent by post. It is a standalone word not formed by discernible separate meaning components within the word itself. Words with similar meanings include "Schreiben" (writing, document) and "Mitteilung" (communication, message).
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Examples
Ich schreibe einen Brief.noun
I am writing a letter.
Der Brief liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The letter is on the table.
Ein Brief kam heute Morgen an.noun
A letter arrived this morning.
Hast du alle Briefe zur Post gebracht?noun
Did you take all the letters to the post office?
Welchen Brief liest du gerade?noun
Which letter are you reading right now?
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