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abschreiben
German → American English
American English
copy
etwas Wort für Wort oder genau von einer Vorlage übertragen; im Schulkontext auch von jemand anderem abschreiben
Bitte schreib den Text nicht ab, sondern formuliere ihn mit eigenen Worten.Use **abschreiben** for copying text or figures from one source to another. In school, it can also mean to copy from someone else’s work; in academic contexts this often has the negative sense of plagiarism.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „abschreiben“ mean in English?
„Abschreiben“ can mean „to copy“ or „to transcribe“. In school or academic contexts, it can also mean „to plagiarize“ or „to copy from someone else“.},{
Is „abschreiben“ always negative?
No. It is neutral when you mean to copy text, notes, or numbers. It becomes negative when it means copying from another person, especially in school or university.
How do you say „abschreiben“ in a school context?
In a school context, „abschreiben“ usually means „to copy“ or „to copy off someone“. Depending on the situation, it can also mean „to cheat“.