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“inscription” in German

German

AlsoAufschrift

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈɪnʃʁɪft/

Example

Die Inschriften auf dem Denkmal sind verwittert.

The inscriptions on the monument are weathered.

Illustration for Inschrift (inscription)

How to say “inscription” in German

“Inscription” in German is Inschrift.

A short, lasting text cut or stamped into a monument, stone, metal object, or other solid surface.

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

Example sentences with Inschrift

Archäologen versuchen, die Inschrift zu entziffern.

Archaeologists are trying to decipher the inscription.

Tips for using Inschrift

  • Inschrift usually suggests a durable engraved or stamped text, whereas Aufschrift commonly means writing displayed on a sign, label, or package.

Other German words for “inscription”

Auf dem Denkmal ist eine Aufschrift eingraviert.

The monument bears an engraved inscription.

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