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“figure” in German

German

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Pronunciation

IPA/fiˈguːɐ̯/

Example

Sie hat eine schöne Figur.

She has a beautiful figure.

Illustration for Figur (figure)

How to say “figure” in German

“Figure” in German is Figur.

A distinct outline of a body or a represented person, understood as one formed whole.

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

Example sentences with Figur

Sie trägt ein Kleid, das ihre Figur betont.

She is wearing a dress that accentuates her figure.

Tips for using Figur

  • Unlike English figure, Figur usually does not mean a number; German uses Zahl for that sense.

Other German words for “figure”

Am Fenster stand eine schattenhafte Gestalt.

A shadowy figure stood by the window.

Die Abbildung im Bericht ist sehr klar.

The figure in the report is very clear.

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