Translation of German word "die Unterschrift" to English
diedie Unterschrift
Meaning
NounA person's name, written by that person, used as identification or to signify approval of accompanying material, such as a legal contract.
How to use
Unterschrift ('signature') is a feminine noun: die Unterschrift (plural: die Unterschriften). Compound of unter (under) and Schrift (writing). Unterschrift leisten — To sign. Ihre Unterschrift bitte — Your signature, please.
🇬🇧 English
signature
Example
Hier ist Ihre Unterschrift nötig.
Your signature is needed here.
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Common phrases
- Unterschrift leisten— to sign / put one's signature
- Ihre Unterschrift bitte— Your signature, please
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What is the definition of the German word "die Unterschrift"?▼
The German word "die Unterschrift" is defined as: "A person's name, written by that person, used as identification or to signify approval of accompanying material, such as a legal contract."
What does the German word "die Unterschrift" mean?▼
The German word "die Unterschrift" means "signature" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Hier ist Ihre Unterschrift nötig." (which translates as "Your signature is needed here.").
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