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source in German

source in German is Quelle, Ursprung, belegen — source means the place, person, or thing that something originates from.

source in German

Quelle
noun
The person, place, or thing from which something (information, goods, etc.) comes or is acquired.
Ursprung
noun
The person, place, or thing from which something (information, goods, etc.) comes or is acquired.
Quelle
noun
belegen
verb
To obtain or procure: used especially of a business resource.
beziehen
verb
To obtain or procure: used especially of a business resource.

What does "source" mean?

  1. noun The place, person, or thing that something originates from.
    "Solar power is a renewable source of energy."
  2. noun The point where a river or stream begins.
    "The river's source is a small spring high in the mountains."
  3. verb To obtain something, especially for a business.
    "The bakery sources its flour from a local mill."

source in a sentence

  • Solar power is a renewable source of energy.
  • The journalist refused to reveal her source.
  • The river's source is a small spring high in the mountains.
  • The bakery sources its flour from a local mill.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "source" in German?

"source" in German is Quelle, Ursprung, belegen. source means: The place, person, or thing that something originates from.

How do you use "source" in a sentence?

Example: "Solar power is a renewable source of energy." In German, "source" is Quelle, Ursprung, belegen.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "source": Quelle, Ursprung, belegen, beziehen.

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