English–German

“skull” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃɛːdl̩/

Example

Man muss den Schädel röntgen.

The skull needs to be X-rayed.

Illustration for Schädel (skull)

How to say “skull” in German

“Skull” in German is Schädel.

The head's solid protective framework, emphasized when bones or injury are involved.

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

Example sentences with Schädel

Im Museum sieht man den Schädel des Neandertalers.

At the museum, one can see the Neanderthal's skull.

Tips for using Schädel

  • Kopf is the neutral everyday word for head, while Schädel suits anatomical, medical, forensic, or deliberately stark contexts.

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