No. 1,846 in German
schriftsteller
"Schriftsteller" means "writer" or "author" in English.
In a sentence
Der Schriftsteller hat gerade ein neues Buch veröffentlicht.
The author has just published a new book.
Here, 'Schriftsteller' refers to an individual who writes professionally, typically books or novels, emphasizing their role as an author.
Viele Schriftsteller schöpfen ihre Inspiration aus Alltagsbeobachtungen.
Many authors draw their inspiration from everyday observations.
In this sentence, 'Schriftsteller' is used in a plural form and denotes creative professionals who write, especially literature, highlighting their source of creative ideas.
Als Schriftsteller ist es wichtig, eine eigene Stimme zu entwickeln.
As an author, it is important to develop a distinct voice.
Here, 'Schriftsteller' describes the role and identity of someone engaged in authoring, emphasizing the developmental aspect of their craft.
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