German Conversation · Level 65
75 words
German word
Abbildung
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈapˌbɪldʊŋ/
Meaning
- feminine nounfigure
Example
Die Abbildung im Bericht ist sehr klar.
The figure in the report is very clear.
More examples
In der Abbildung sieht man die Verteilung deutlich.
The distribution is clearly shown in the figure.
Core concept
A labeled visual on a page makes information visible at a glance, whether it is a diagram, illustration, plate, or other figure.
Common phrases
in der Abbildung
in the figure
siehe Abbildung
see figure
grafische Abbildung
graphic illustration
Similar words
Grafik: A graphic that presents data or information through visual elements.
Diagramm: A chart showing numerical relationships or changes with lines or coordinates.
Schaubild: A structured visual outlining how parts or steps are organized.
Tabelle: A grid presenting figures or items in rows and columns.
Definition in German
eine im Text eingefügte Darstellung, die Sachverhalte durch Bilder, Skizzen oder Diagramme verdeutlicht
Word origin
Abbildung is the deverbal noun from abbilden, which combines ab- with bilden and means to depict or reproduce something.
Usage tips
- In academic and technical writing, Abbildung commonly labels a numbered figure, while Figur usually refers to a person or shape.