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ascender in German

ascender in German is Oberlänge — ascender means a person or thing that ascends.

ascender in German

Oberlänge

noun

(typography, graphology) The portion of a lowercase letter that extends above the midline.

What does "ascender" mean?

noun A person or thing that ascends.
noun The portion of a lowercase letter that extends above the midline.
noun A lowercase letter that has such a portion, such as d or h.
noun a mechanical device used for ascending on a rope; ascendeur.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common German translations

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What is "ascender" in German?

"ascender" in German is Oberlänge. ascender means: A person or thing that ascends.

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