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signal in German

signal in German is Signal, Zeichen, signalisieren — signal means something transmitted or displayed that conveys information, such as a light, sound, or electrical impulse.

signal in German

Signal
noun
Zeichen
noun
signalisieren
verb
(ambitransitive) To indicate; to convey or communicate by a signal.

What does "signal" mean?

  1. noun Something transmitted or displayed that conveys information, such as a light, sound, or electrical impulse.
    "The ship sent a distress signal by radio."
  2. noun An action or event that indicates something is about to happen, or serves as a cue.
    "The whistle was the signal to start the race."
  3. verb To indicate or communicate something using a gesture, sound, or device.
    "He signaled a left turn before pulling out."
  4. adj Remarkably notable or important.
    "It was a signal achievement for such a young scientist."
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signal in a sentence

  • The ship sent a distress signal by radio.
  • Weak phone signal made the call keep dropping.
  • The whistle was the signal to start the race.
  • When the lights dimmed, that was the signal for the audience to take their seats.

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What is "signal" in German?
"signal" in German is Signal, Zeichen, signalisieren. signal means: Something transmitted or displayed that conveys information, such as a light, sound, or electrical impulse.
How do you use "signal" in a sentence?
Example: "The ship sent a distress signal by radio." In German, "signal" is Signal, Zeichen, signalisieren.
Are there other ways to say "signal" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "signal": Signal, Zeichen, signalisieren.
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