English–German

“footnote” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈfuːsˌnoːtə/

Example

Die Fußnoten erklären schwierige Begriffe.

The footnotes explain difficult terms.

Illustration for Fußnote (footnote)

How to say “footnote” in German

“Footnote” in German is Fußnote.

A small note resting beneath the main text, adding detail without interrupting the page.

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

Example sentences with Fußnote

Die Erklärung steht nicht im Haupttext, sondern in einer Fußnote.

The explanation is not in the main text, but in a footnote.

Tips for using Fußnote

  • Fußnote is a feminine noun, with die Fußnote in the singular and die Fußnoten in the plural.

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