sign in German
sign in German is Schild, Zeichen, Anzeichen — sign means a visible indication that something exists, is happening, or is about to happen.
sign in German
Schild
Zeichen
(countable, uncountable) A visible fact that shows that something exists or may happen.
Anzeichen
(countable, uncountable) A visible fact that shows that something exists or may happen.
Zeichen
An omen.
Vorzeichen
An omen.
Zeichen
Sonderzeichen
Vorzeichen
(mathematics) Positive or negative polarity, as denoted by the + or - sign.
Zeichen
(mathematics) Positive or negative polarity, as denoted by the + or - sign.
Zeichen
A specific gesture or motion used to communicate by those with speaking or hearing difficulties; now specifically, a linguistic unit in sign language equivalent to word in spoken languages.
Gebärde
A specific gesture or motion used to communicate by those with speaking or hearing difficulties; now specifically, a linguistic unit in sign language equivalent to word in spoken languages.
Gebärdensprache
(uncountable) Sign language in general.
Zeichensprache
(uncountable) Sign language in general.
unterschreiben
signieren
unterschreiben
(transitive) To validate or ratify (a document) by writing one's signature on it. [from 15th c.]
unterzeichnen
(transitive) To validate or ratify (a document) by writing one's signature on it. [from 15th c.]
unterschriften
(transitive) To validate or ratify (a document) by writing one's signature on it. [from 15th c.]
gebärden
What does "sign" mean?
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noun A visible indication that something exists, is happening, or is about to happen.
"Dark clouds are a sign that rain is coming."
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noun A board, notice, or symbol displaying information, directions, or a warning.
"The sign at the entrance said the shop was closed."
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verb To write one's name on a document to show agreement, authorship, or identity.
"Please sign the contract on the last page."
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verb To communicate using gestures, especially in sign language.
"She signed a quick "thank you" to the interpreter."
sign in a sentence
- Dark clouds are a sign that rain is coming.
- A fever can be a sign of infection.
- The sign at the entrance said the shop was closed.
- Please sign the contract on the last page.
Similar words in German
Common German translations
Frequently asked questions
What is "sign" in German?
"sign" in German is Schild, Zeichen, Anzeichen. sign means: A visible indication that something exists, is happening, or is about to happen.
How do you use "sign" in a sentence?
Example: "Dark clouds are a sign that rain is coming." In German, "sign" is Schild, Zeichen, Anzeichen.
Are there other ways to say "sign" in German?
Yes — German has 13 translations listed for "sign": Schild, Zeichen, Anzeichen, Vorzeichen, Sonderzeichen, Gebärde.
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