English–German
“stage set” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/kuˈlɪsə/
Example
Die neuen Kulissen für das Theaterstück sind noch nicht fertig.
The new stage sets for the play are not finished yet.
How to say “stage set” in German
“Stage set” in German is Kulisse.
Curtains and side panels frame the visible stage, create its background, and conceal the activity behind it.
Example sentences with Kulisse
Die öffentlichen Diskussionen sind oft nur Kulisse.
The public discussions are often just a facade.
Tips for using Kulisse
- Kulisse is feminine, with the plural Kulissen, and hinter den Kulissen means behind the scenes in both literal and figurative contexts.
Other German words for “stage set”
Das Bühnenbild war sehr beeindruckend.
The stage set was very impressive.