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“prose” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpʁoːza/

Example

Seine Prosa ist kurz und klar.

His prose is short and clear.

Illustration for Prosa (prose)

How to say “prose” in German

“Prose” in German is Prosa.

A steady stream of sentences carries a novel or essay forward in paragraphs, without the measured beat that organizes verse.

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

Example sentences with Prosa

Er verfasst Prosa über das Alltagsleben.

He writes prose about everyday life.

Tips for using Prosa

  • Prosa is feminine in German, so the standard form is die Prosa; it is commonly used without a plural when referring to prose generally.

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