plaque in German

plaque in German is Plakette, Plaque, Zahnbelag — plaque means a flat piece of metal, stone, or similar material fixed to a wall or monument, usually bearing an inscription that commemorates a person or event.

plaque in German

Plakette

noun

(countable) Any flat, thin piece of clay, ivory, metal, etc., used for ornament, or for painting pictures upon, as a dish, plate, slab, etc., hung upon a wall; also, a smaller decoration worn by a person, such as a brooch.

Plaque

noun

(uncountable, dentistry) An accumulation of biofilm, or bacteria, on teeth, which may develop into dental calculus (tartar).

Zahnbelag

noun

(uncountable, dentistry) An accumulation of biofilm, or bacteria, on teeth, which may develop into dental calculus (tartar).

What does "plaque" mean?

noun A flat piece of metal, stone, or similar material fixed to a wall or monument, usually bearing an inscription that commemorates a person or event.
"A bronze plaque marks the house where the poet was born."
noun A sticky film of bacteria that builds up on the surface of teeth.
"Brushing twice a day helps remove plaque before it hardens into tartar."
noun A deposit of abnormal material in body tissue, such as fatty deposits in artery walls.
"Plaque buildup in the arteries can restrict blood flow."

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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”.

plaque in a sentence

A bronze plaque marks the house where the poet was born.
The team received a plaque for winning the championship.
Brushing twice a day helps remove plaque before it hardens into tartar.
Plaque buildup in the arteries can restrict blood flow.

Similar words in German

biofilm tablet

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "plaque" in German?

"plaque" in German is Plakette, Plaque, Zahnbelag. plaque means: A flat piece of metal, stone, or similar material fixed to a wall or monument, usually bearing an inscription that commemorates a person or event.

How do you use "plaque" in a sentence?

Example: "A bronze plaque marks the house where the poet was born." In German, "plaque" is Plakette, Plaque, Zahnbelag.

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

Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "plaque": Plakette, Plaque, Zahnbelag.

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