English–German

“postcard” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpɔstˌkaʁtə/

Example

Ich habe gestern eine Postkarte von meiner Freundin bekommen.

I got a postcard from my friend yesterday.

Illustration for Postkarte (postcard)

How to say “postcard” in German

“Postcard” in German is Postkarte.

A small card that combines a visible scene or design with space for a short personal message.

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

Example sentences with Postkarte

Ich schicke dir eine Postkarte aus dem Urlaub.

I'm sending you a postcard from my vacation.

Tips for using Postkarte

  • Ansichtskarte specifically means a picture postcard, while Postkarte is the broader term for a postcard.

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