die Schrift, -en
writing · handwriting
Es ist eine Art, wie Buchstaben und Zeichen aussehen, wenn man sie liest oder schreibt.
The German word "Schrift" is a noun that means "script", "writing", or "text". It is derived from the verb "schreiben", which means "to write". "Schrift" can refer to the act of writing, the style of handwriting, or printed text. It can also mean a particular writing system or font.
Similar words in German include "Text" (text), "Schreiben" (writing), and "Dokument" (document). Here are some distinctions:
- "Text": More focused on any written content or passage of words.
- "Schreiben": Can refer broadly to the act or process of writing but also to a written message, particularly a formal letter.
- "Dokument": Refers specifically to a formal piece of written content, often of legal or official nature.
"Schrift" is more general and can encompass various forms of written representation, from handwriting and scripts to printed fonts and typographical styles.
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Examples
Die Schrift auf dem Schild ist schwer zu lesen.noun
The writing on the sign is hard to read.
Seine Schrift ist sehr sauber.noun
His handwriting is very neat.
Deine Schrift ist sehr schön.noun
Your handwriting is very beautiful.
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