NOUN
Schrift/ʃʁɪft/writing; script; typeface
Schrift is a German noun that means writing, script, or typeface. It is pronounced /ʃʁɪft/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Schriften".
Definitions
1.writing as a system of written characters or handwriting(general)
a.system of written characters
Die Erfindung der Schrift war ein wichtiger Schritt in der Geschichte der Menschheit.—The invention of writing was an important step in human history.
b.handwriting
Seine Schrift ist kaum zu entziffern.—His handwriting is barely legible.
2.typeface or style of printed letters(typography/design)
a.typeface/font
Für das Plakat wurde eine auffällige Schrift gewählt.—A striking typeface was chosen for the poster.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Schrift | die Schriften |
| Genitive | der Schrift | der Schriften |
| Dative | der Schrift | den Schriften |
| Accusative | die Schrift | die Schriften |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Schrift" mean in English?
- "Schrift" means writing, script, or typeface. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Schrift"?
- "Schrift" is pronounced /ʃʁɪft/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Schrift" der, die, or das?
- "Schrift" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Schrift"?
- The plural of "Schrift" is "Schriften".
- What part of speech is "Schrift"?
- "Schrift" is a noun in German.
