die Lektüre, -n
reading
The German word "Lektüre" is a noun that means "reading" or "reading material". It comes from the Latin "lectura", which has a similar meaning related to reading. "Lektüre" can refer to books, articles, or any text intended for reading. Similar words in German include "Lesestoff" (reading material) and "Bücher" (books).
The difference between "Lektüre" and "Lesestoff" is that "Lektüre" emphasizes the act of reading or assaying material, often for educational or leisure purposes, while "Lesestoff" tends to refer more broadly to any kind of material available for reading, possibly without the same connotation of depth or critical engagement.
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Examples
Die Lektüre dieses Buches dauert nicht lange.noun
The reading of this book does not take long.
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