die Figur, -en
figure · character · piece
Es ist die Form oder das Aussehen eines Menschen, Tieres oder Gegenstandes, oft als Nachbildung oder Zeichnung.
The German word "Figur" is a noun that means "figure" or "figure shape". It can refer to various contexts like a physical form or silhouette, a representation (such as in art), or a character in a story or play.
The word can also imply numerical figures, like statistics or mathematical shapes, when accompanied by context.
Similar words in German include "Gestalt" (form or shape), "Kontur" (contour), and "Charakter" (character, especially in storytelling).
The difference between "Figur" and these similar words lies in the specific usage: "Gestalt" may refer more to overall shape, while "Kontur" emphasizes outlines. "Charakter" focuses on personality traits, particularly in literature, rather than physical aspects.
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Examples
Sie hat eine schöne Figur.noun
She has a nice figure.
Deine Figur kommt in dem Spiel vor.noun
Your character appears in the game.
Die Figur steht auf dem Regal.noun
The figure stands on the shelf.
Jede Figur in dem Schachspiel ist wichtig.noun
Every piece in the chess game is important.
Das Kind malt eine Figur im Sand.noun
The child is drawing a figure in the sand.
Die Figur steht in der Mitte des Raumes.noun
The figure stands in the middle of the room.
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