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Passwort

German → American English

American English

password

Ein geheimes Wort oder eine Zeichenfolge, mit der man Zugang zu einem Konto, Gerät oder System erhält.

Ich muss mein Passwort ändern, weil es zu einfach ist.

Passwort is the most common term for a password in everyday German. In formal or technical contexts, Kennwort is also used, but Passwort is usually the safer choice.

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Kennwort Zugangscode PIN

Frequently asked questions

What does Passwort mean in English?
Passwort means “password.”
Is Passwort the same as Kennwort?
Yes, in many contexts both mean “password,” though Passwort is more common in everyday use.
How do you use Passwort in a sentence?
For example: „Ich habe mein Passwort vergessen.“ = “I forgot my password.”