der Eintrag, ¨-e

The German word "Eintrag" is a noun meaning "entry" or "record".

• It is composed of "ein" (in/into) and "Trag" (from the verb tragen, meaning "to carry" or "to bear").
• So, "Eintrag" literally means something like "a carrying in" = an entry or inscription made into a document or register.

Similar words:

• Notiz – note, memo
• Aufzeichnung – record, log
• Eintragung – registration, inscription

Differences:

• Eintrag usually refers specifically to an entry in a list, diary, register, or database.
• Notiz is a short written note, often informal or brief.
• Aufzeichnung typically involves more comprehensive or systematic recording, e.g., logs or minutes.
• Eintragung often emphasizes the formal registration or official inscription of data.