Der Text
Example: Der Text im Buch erklärt die wichtigsten historischen Ereignisse.
Definition
"Der Text" refers to the written or printed words in a document, book, or any other form of communication that conveys information or ideas. It is the main body of written content that can be read and interpreted.
Etymology
"Der Text" comes from the Latin word 'textus,' meaning 'woven' or 'fabric,' which metaphorically refers to the way words are woven together to form coherent writing. Did you know that the term originally described the structure of written material as if it were woven fabric?
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"Der Text" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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