Usage Note
Zunftzeichen is the traditional emblem or insignia of a craft guild (Zunft). Such signs identified the trade of a workshop and were displayed above doorways or carried in processions. They remain part of cultural heritage visible in historic towns.
Examples
"Das Zunftzeichen des Bäckers – eine goldene Brezel – hängt noch über der alten Backstube."
Natural Translation
The baker's guild sign — a golden pretzel — still hangs above the old bakery.
Literal Translation
The guild-sign of the baker — a golden pretzel — hangs still above the old bakery.
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