English–German

“compact disc” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/tseːˈdeː/

Example

Die CD ist zerkratzt.

The CD is scratched.

Illustration for CD (compact disc)

How to say “compact disc” in German

“Compact disc” in German is CD.

A flat plastic disc that stores digital music or other files for optical reading.

Full entry for CD: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with CD

Sie hat wichtige Dateien auf eine CD gebrannt.

She burned important files to a CD.

Tips for using CD

  • CD is pronounced with German letter names rather than English ones, approximately "tseh-deh", and its article is die.

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