Original Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Original" is mainly used as adjective meaning "original", "authentic" or "genuine". It is also used as noun.
Essential properties of "Original"
Its most important properties are:
Properties as Noun
- Gender: neutral
- Singular: das Original
- Plural: die Originale
Meanings of "Original" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "Authentic, not a copy"
"Original", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.
- Definition: "That which is authentic, not a copy or imitation."
- Translation(s): original, authentic, genuine
- Synonym(s): echt, authentisch
- Antonym(s): fälschung, kopie
- Related word(s): ursprünglich, echt
📝 Some usage examples:
- Das original Gemälde hängt im Museum.
- Ich habe das original Rezept von meiner Großmutter.
- Dieses Dokument ist das original und keine Kopie.
2.) "The first or authentic object/document"
"Original", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.
- Definition: "Object or document that is the first or authentic one."
- Translation(s): original, master copy, authentic item
- Synonym(s): Vorlage, Urfassung
- Antonym(s): Kopie, Nachbildung
- Related word(s): Replik, Fälschung
📝 Some usage examples:
- Das Original befindet sich im Archiv.
- Ich habe das Original des Vertrags gesehen.
- Das Original ist wertvoller als die Kopie.
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