No. 9,976 in German
original
The German word "Original" means "original" or "authentic item" in English.
In a sentence
Die Originalversion des Films ist viel spannender als die synchronisierte.
The original version of the movie is much more thrilling than the dubbed one.
Here, 'original' is used as an adjective describing the version of the movie, emphasizing its authenticity as the first or unaltered rendition.
Sein Ideenreichtum ist wirklich original und inspiriert viele.
His creativity is truly original and inspires many.
In this context, 'original' is used as an adjective to describe someone's creativity, highlighting its innovativeness and uniqueness.
Das Original des Gemäldes befindet sich in einem Museum.
The original of the painting is located in a museum.
Here, 'original' is used as a noun referring to the authentic, primary version of the painting, emphasizing its uniqueness in contrast with replicas.
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