nounnoun

das Schild, -e

sign

Ein flaches oder geformtes Objekt, das Informationen zeigt, etwas schützt oder auf etwas hinweist.

The German word "Schild" is a noun that means "shield," "sign," or "plaque." As a shield, it refers to a protective device used throughout history by warriors. As a sign or plaque, "Schild" can refer to traffic signs, informational signs, or nameplates on doors. Similar words for the meaning related to signage include "Zeichen" (sign), "Wegweiser" (direction sign), or "Hinweisschild" (indicative sign). For the defensive shield, a similar term is "Schutzschild" (protective shield).

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Examples

Das Schild weist den Weg.noun

The sign indicates the way.

Ein Schild zeigt den Weg zum Museum.noun

A sign shows the way to the museum.

Ein großes Schild hängt dort.noun

A large sign hangs there.

An der Tür befindet sich ein Schild.noun

There is a sign on the door.

Ein Schild auf der Straße weist auf die Gefahr hin.noun

A sign on the road points out the danger.

Ihr Schild ist sehr auffällig und bunt.noun

Her sign is very eye-catching and colorful.

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