noun

die Literatur, -en

literature

Geschriebene Texte wie Romane, Gedichte oder Geschichten, die oft Kunst oder Wissen ausdrücken.

The German word "Literatur" is a noun that means "literature". It refers to written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit, such as novels, poetry, and essays. The word doesn't have components that are separate words excluding prefixes; it is a direct loan from the Latin word "litteratura". Similar words in German include "Belletristik" (belles-lettres), "Schrifttum" (body of literature), and "Dichtung" (poetry).

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Examples

Ich kaufe gerne neue Literatur.noun

I like to buy new literature.

Literatur beeinflusst die Gesellschaft.noun

Literature influences society.

Die Literatur dieses Landes ist sehr umfangreich.noun

The literature of this country is very extensive.

Literatur spielt eine wichtige Rolle in der Kultur.noun

Literature plays an important role in culture.

Literatur begleitet Menschen seit vielen Jahrhunderten.noun

Literature has accompanied people for many centuries.

Interessierst du dich für moderne Literatur?noun

Are you interested in modern literature?

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