die Zeile, -n
line
Eine Reihe von Wörtern oder Zeichen, die nebeneinander stehen, meist in einem Text oder auf einem Blatt Papier.
The German word "Zeile" is a noun meaning "line" (especially in text or writing). It refers to a single row of words or characters in a written or printed document.
- Derived from "Zeil(e)", which doesn't break down further in common usage.
- Similar words:
- "Reihe" (row, sequence) – more general, can be used for objects or people.
- "Linie" (line) – used more for geometric lines or routes.
Difference:
"Zeile" specifically refers to lines of text, while "Reihe" and "Linie" are broader and less focused on text.
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Examples
Ich habe eine Zeile in meinem Buch markiert.noun
I have marked a line in my book.
Bitte schreiben Sie Ihren Namen in die erste Zeile.noun
Please write your name in the first line.
In dem Buch ist jede Zeile interessant.noun
In the book, every line is interesting.
In der dritten Zeile des Buches findest du einen interessanten Satz.noun
In the third line of the book you will find an interesting sentence.
Die Schülerin hat die Zeilen langsam laut gelesen.noun
The student read the lines slowly out loud.
Die Schülerin hat alle Zeilen ordentlich geschrieben.noun
The student wrote all the lines neatly.
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