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title
German → American English
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title
Bezeichnung oder Name eines Werks, Textes, Rangs oder einer Funktion.
Der Titel des Buches ist sehr bekannt.„Titel“ is a masculine noun in German: der Titel. Use it for the name of a book, film, article, or a formal honorific; for a page heading, German often prefers „Überschrift“.
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Frequently asked questions
What does „Titel“ mean in English?
„Titel“ means “title” in English. It can refer to the name of a work or a formal designation.
Is „Titel“ masculine in German?
Yes. The correct article is „der Titel“.
What is the plural of „Titel“?
The plural is also „die Titel“.
When should I use „Titel“ instead of „Überschrift“?
Use „Titel“ for the name of a book, film, song, or official title. Use „Überschrift“ more often for a heading in a text or on a webpage.