English–German
“reference” in German
How to say “reference” in German
“Reference” in German is Bezug.
A drawn link that directs attention from a statement to its relevant source or subject.
Example sentences with Bezug
Seit ihrer Pension lebt sie nur von einem kleinen monatlichen Bezug.
Since her retirement, she lives only on a small monthly income.
Tips for using Bezug
- The related verb is sich auf etwas beziehen, with auf followed by the accusative, while Bezug nehmen auf belongs mainly to formal written language.
Other German words for “reference”
Solche Anlehnungen an klassische Motive sieht man oft in modernen Filmen.
Such references to classical motifs are often found in modern films.