numeral in German

numeral in German is Zahl, Ziffer, Zahlzeichen — numeral means a written sign, rather than a word, that stands for a number, such as 1, 2, 3 or I, V, X.

numeral in German

Zahl

noun

A symbol that is not a word and represents a number, such as the Arabic numerals 1, 2, 3 or the Roman numerals I, V, X, L.

Ziffer

noun

A symbol that is not a word and represents a number, such as the Arabic numerals 1, 2, 3 or the Roman numerals I, V, X, L.

Zahlzeichen

noun

A symbol that is not a word and represents a number, such as the Arabic numerals 1, 2, 3 or the Roman numerals I, V, X, L.

Zahlwort

noun

(linguistics) A number word, a simple or compound word for a number often having particular grammatical attributes depending on the language.

Numerale

noun

(linguistics) A number word, a simple or compound word for a number often having particular grammatical attributes depending on the language.

What does "numeral" mean?

noun A written sign, rather than a word, that stands for a number, such as 1, 2, 3 or I, V, X.
noun A number written out using symbols of this kind.
"Compare the numeral for the product with the original decimal numeral."
noun A word for a number, whose form can change depending on the grammar of the language.
noun A playing card whose rank is shown as a number, usually counting the ace as one.
"Jacks, queens, and kings are not numerals."

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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”.

numeral in a sentence

Compare the numeral for the product with the original decimal numeral.
Jacks, queens, and kings are not numerals.

Similar words in German

number

Common German translations

the of to AND A in I IS that for you IT

Frequently asked questions

What is "numeral" in German?

"numeral" in German is Zahl, Ziffer, Zahlzeichen. numeral means: A written sign, rather than a word, that stands for a number, such as 1, 2, 3 or I, V, X.

Are there other ways to say "numeral" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "numeral": Zahl, Ziffer, Zahlzeichen, Zahlwort, Numerale.

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