adjective
lesbar
legible · readable
Wenn eine Schrift oder ein Text so geschrieben ist, dass man die Buchstaben gut erkennen und verstehen kann.
The German word "lesbar" is an adjective meaning "readable" or "legible". It is made from the verb "lesen" (to read) and the suffix "-bar", which indicates capability or possibility (similar to "-able" in English).
Similar words:
- "verständlich" (understandable)
- "deutlich" (clear/distinct)
- "erkennbar" (recognizable)
Differences:
- "Lesbar" specifically refers to the ease of reading, i.e., how clearly text can be perceived.
- "Verständig" focuses on comprehension, whether the content is understood.
- "Deutlich" is broader and can describe clarity not only in text but also in speech or signals.
- "Erkennbar" relates to how easily something can be recognized or identified.
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Examples
Deine Handschrift ist sehr lesbar.adjective
Your handwriting is very legible.
Das Buch wurde in einer sehr lesbaren Schrift gedruckt.adjective
The book was printed in a very readable font.
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