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file

German → American English

American English

file

A file, dossier, or set of documents kept together.

Die File liegt auf dem Schreibtisch.

Use File mainly in Swiss German and in office contexts; in standard German, Datei (digital) or Akte (paper case/file) is often more natural.

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Akte Dossier Mappe Datei Ordner Archiv Unterlagen Aktenordner

Frequently asked questions

What does “File” mean in German?
“File” can mean a file, dossier, or case file, depending on context.
Is “File” the same as “Datei”?
Not exactly. “Datei” usually means a digital file, while “File” may be used more broadly in some contexts.
How do you use “File” in a sentence?
For example: „Die File enthält alle wichtigen Dokumente.“