Schwarzes Brett /ʃvˈaɾtsəsbɾˈɛt/ · noun · CEFR B1. German translation of "notice board".

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Translation and Meaning

  • Word: das Schwarzes Brett
  • Language: German
  • Meaning: notice board
  • IPA: /ʃvˈaɾtsəsbɾˈɛt/
  • CEFR Level: B1
  • Part of speech: noun
  • Article: das
  • Image:Photo of Schwarzes Brett (German)

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Example Sentences

  • Bitte sehen Sie auf dem Schwarzen Brett den Besprechungsplan ein. English: Please check the meeting schedule on the bulletin board.
  • Das Schwarze Brett ist voll mit Plakaten zu Gemeinschaftsveranstaltungen. English: The bulletin board is full of posters about community events.
  • Sie hat das Flugblatt am Schwarzen Brett befestigt. English: She pinned the flyer to the bulletin board.

When and How to Use "Schwarzes Brett"

Use "Schwarzes Brett" when you want to talk about "notice board" in German. It functions as "noun". Because it appears in B1 material, it is a practical word to practice early in your German study. Use the example sentences above to notice common word order and nearby words.

Frequently asked questions

What does "Schwarzes Brett" mean in German?

"Schwarzes Brett" is the German word for "notice board".

What CEFR level is "Schwarzes Brett"?

"Schwarzes Brett" is tagged at CEFR B1 in SmartWords German vocabulary content.

What part of speech is "Schwarzes Brett"?

"Schwarzes Brett" is tagged as a noun in SmartWords.

Can you show "Schwarzes Brett" in a sentence?

Bitte sehen Sie auf dem Schwarzen Brett den Besprechungsplan ein.

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