German Word · Intermediate
Klischee
printing plate, stereotype
Pronunciation: /kliˈʃeː/
Meaning
printing plate, stereotype
Example
Es ist ein altes Klischee, das sich am Donnerstag vergangener Woche erneut bewahrheitet hat: Die USA handeln, während Europa und insbesondere Deutschland bestenfalls diskutiert.
It is an old cliché that came true again on Thursday last week: The US acts, while Europe and particularly Germany discusses at best.
Practice tips
- Practice Klischee out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.