English–German

“illustration” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ɪlustʁaˈt͡si̯oːn/

Example

Im alten Roman gibt es viele Illustrationen.

There are many illustrations in the old novel.

Illustration for Illustration (illustration)

How to say “illustration” in German

“Illustration” in German is Illustration.

A printed plate beside written text, adding a visual scene or explanation to the page.

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

Example sentences with Illustration

Die Illustration veranschaulicht den Aufbau des Geräts.

The illustration demonstrates the structure of the device.

Tips for using Illustration

  • In German, Illustration is a formal print-related term, while Bild is broader and Zeichnung specifically means a drawing.

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