noun
die Skulptur, -en
sculpture
Ein dreidimensionales Kunstwerk aus Material wie Stein, Holz oder Metall, das geformt oder geschnitzt wurde.
The German word "Skulptur" is a noun meaning "sculpture". It refers to a three-dimensional artwork created by shaping or combining materials such as stone, metal, or wood.
- The word is not a compound, so it doesn’t consist of smaller German words.
- It derives from the Latin sculptura.
Similar words:
- Bild (image, statue)
- Figur (figure)
- Plastik (sculpture, especially plastic arts)
Difference:
- Bild is more general and can mean any kind of image or picture, not necessarily 3D.
- Figur usually refers to a figure or shape, sometimes smaller and less formal than Skulptur.
- Plastik emphasizes the artistic style and material, often related to modern or abstract sculptures.
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Examples
Die Skulptur steht im Museum.noun
The sculpture stands in the museum.
Eine Skulptur aus Stein wurde im Park aufgestellt.noun
A sculpture made of stone was placed in the park.
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