die Figur
Translation
figure, shape, character, piece
Examples
Sie hat eine gute Figur.
She has a good figure.
Er ist eine wichtige Figur in der Geschichte.
He is an important figure in the story.
Stelle die Figur auf das richtige Feld.
Place the piece on the correct square.
Grammar Patterns
to cut a good figure She cuts a good figure in the presentation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gestalt, Form; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From Latin 'figura' (shape, form). It's a direct cognate with the English word 'figure'.
Memory Tips
Think of a chess 'figure' (piece) or a 'figure' skater. The word covers both a physical shape and a character/person.