die Schriftzeichen
Translation
characters, letters, script signs
Examples
Chinesische Schriftzeichen sind komplex.
Chinese characters are complex.
Wie viele Schriftzeichen hat dieser Text?
How many characters does this text have?
Grammar Patterns
to learn ((sth.)) to learn (sth.) She is learning Chinese characters.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Buchstaben, die Zeichen, die Lettern
Etymology
From 'Schrift' (writing) and 'Zeichen' (sign, symbol), meaning a 'sign for writing'.
Memory Tips
Think of each letter or character as a 'sign' (Zeichen) used for 'writing' (Schrift).