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shape in German

shape in German is Form, Zustand, Gestalt — shape means the outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.

shape in German

Form
noun
The status or condition of something
Zustand
noun
The status or condition of something
Form
noun
Condition of personal health, especially muscular health.
Form
noun
A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
Gestalt
noun
A graphical representation of an object's form or its external boundary, outline, or external surface.
formen
verb
(transitive) To give something a shape and definition.

What does "shape" mean?

  1. noun The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.
    "The clouds formed the shape of a whale."
  2. noun The general condition or state of something, especially physical fitness.
    "He started running to get back in shape."
  3. verb To give something a particular form, or to influence how it develops.
    "Her childhood in the countryside shaped her love of nature."

shape in a sentence

  • The clouds formed the shape of a whale.
  • Cut the dough into star shapes before baking.
  • He started running to get back in shape.
  • The old car was in surprisingly good shape.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "shape" in German?

"shape" in German is Form, Zustand, Gestalt. shape means: The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.

How do you use "shape" in a sentence?

Example: "The clouds formed the shape of a whale." In German, "shape" is Form, Zustand, Gestalt.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "shape": Form, Zustand, Gestalt, formen.

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