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writing in German

writing in German is Schrift, Schriftstück, Schreiben — writing means the activity or skill of forming letters or symbols to represent language.

writing in German

Schrift
noun
(countable) Something written, such as a document, article or book.
Schriftstück
noun
(countable) Something written, such as a document, article or book.
Schrift
noun
(uncountable) The process of representing a language with symbols or letters.
Schreiben
noun
(uncountable) The process of representing a language with symbols or letters.
Schrift
noun
(countable) A work of an author.
Arbeit
noun
(countable) A work of an author.
Werk
noun
(countable) A work of an author.
Schrift-
noun
(as a modifier) Intended for or used in writing.

What does "writing" mean?

  1. noun The activity or skill of forming letters or symbols to represent language.
    "Writing takes practice, and children usually learn it after they learn to speak."
  2. noun Something that has been written, such as a document, book, or article.
    "The museum keeps the old writing of local farmers in glass cases."
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writing in a sentence

  • Writing takes practice, and children usually learn it after they learn to speak.
  • Good writing needs a steady hand, clear letters and enough time.
  • The museum keeps the old writing of local farmers in glass cases.
  • Students were asked to read some writing by a famous poet.

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What is "writing" in German?
"writing" in German is Schrift, Schriftstück, Schreiben. writing means: The activity or skill of forming letters or symbols to represent language.
How do you use "writing" in a sentence?
Example: "Writing takes practice, and children usually learn it after they learn to speak." In German, "writing" is Schrift, Schriftstück, Schreiben.
Are there other ways to say "writing" in German?
Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "writing": Schrift, Schriftstück, Schreiben, Arbeit, Werk, Schrift-.
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