English–German

“post” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpfɔstn̩/

Example

Der Pfosten steht neben dem Zaun.

The post stands beside the fence.

Illustration for Pfosten (post)

How to say “post” in German

“Post” in German is Pfosten.

A sturdy vertical post stands beside a boundary and carries something attached to it.

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

Example sentences with Pfosten

Bevor wir den Zaun errichten, müssen wir einen Pfosten einschlagen.

Before we erect the fence, we must drive in a post.

Tips for using Pfosten

  • German Pfosten usually means a physical support post, while English post can also mean a job, a mailing item, or written content.

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