English–German
“context” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkɔntɛkst/
Example
Ohne den Kontext versteht man den Satz nicht.
You can't understand the sentence without the context.
How to say “context” in German
“Context” in German is Kontext.
The nearby words, circumstances, and shared situation that make an utterance understandable.
Example sentences with Kontext
Das Wort steht im Kontext einer politischen Debatte.
The word occurs in the context of a political debate.
Tips for using Kontext
- German Kontext can cover both linguistic surroundings and the broader situation, so it is not limited to the words before and after a sentence.