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Sprachstil

linguistic style

noun SHPRAKH-shteel Rare
Communication Language

Also means

writing style

Usage Note

Sprachstil is an individual's or text's characteristic way of using language. Ein gehobener Sprachstil = an elevated style. Used in school essays and literary analysis. Plural Sprachstile.

Examples

"Der Autor pflegt einen klaren, sachlichen Sprachstil."

Natural Translation

The author maintains a clear, factual linguistic style.

Literal Translation

The author cultivates a clear, factual language-style.

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