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Format
German → American English
American English
format
Größe, Form oder Aufmachung von etwas; auch festgelegte Art oder Struktur, besonders bei Medien oder Dateien.
Das neue Video hat ein anderes Format als die alte Version.In German, Format is often used for paper size, media format, or the general shape/size of something. For digital files, it often means file format (Dateiformat).
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Format” mean in English?
“Format” usually means format, size, layout, or shape, depending on the context.
How do you say “Dateiformat” in English?
“Dateiformat” means file format.
Is “Format” a noun in German?
Yes, “Format” is a neuter German noun: das Format.