German Conversation · Level 70
60 words
German word
Inschrift
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈɪnʃʁɪft/
Meaning
- feminine nouninscription
Example
Die Inschriften auf dem Denkmal sind verwittert.
The inscriptions on the monument are weathered.
More examples
Archäologen versuchen, die Inschrift zu entziffern.
Archaeologists are trying to decipher the inscription.
Core concept
A short, lasting text cut or stamped into a monument, stone, metal object, or other solid surface.
Common phrases
historische Inschrift
historical inscription
eine Inschrift entziffern
decipher an inscription
Similar words
Aufschrift: A short notice displayed on a sign, label, package, or other object.
Beschriftung: Information written on an object's surface to identify or describe it.
Gravur: The craft of engraving letters or patterns into stone or metal.
Widmung: A short dedication expressing honor or thanks to someone in a work or monument.
Definition in German
Auf einem festen Träger wie Stein oder Metall dauerhaft eingravierter oder eingestanzter Text, meist zur Erinnerung, Widmung oder Information.
Word origin
German Inschrift comes through Latin inscriptio, from inscribere meaning 'to write or mark on', and refers to text placed onto a surface.
Usage tips
- Inschrift usually suggests a durable engraved or stamped text, whereas Aufschrift commonly means writing displayed on a sign, label, or package.
Other meanings
- engravingnoun
- epigraphnoun
Related words
- inschriftlichepigraphicadjective