German Word · Beginner
Zettel
a small or loose piece of paper, slip
Pronunciation: /ˈt͡sɛtəl/
Meaning
a small or loose piece of paper, slip
Example
der schutzengel [...] sträuet etliche zettele nider, darauf schöne sprüch aus heiliger schrift wider die hoffart
the guardian angel scatters a number of loose pages from above, on which are fine sayings from the holy writ against the sin of pride
Practice tips
- Practice Zettel 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 beginner-level learners.