die Anschrift
Translation
address, mailing address
Examples
Bitte geben Sie Ihre vollständige Anschrift an.
Please provide your full address.
Die Anschrift auf dem Umschlag ist unleserlich.
The address on the envelope is illegible.
Grammar Patterns
((die Anschrift)) ((von+3)) the address of sb./sth. Die Anschrift von der Firma ist falsch.
Similar Words
Synonym: die Adresse (address)
Etymology
From 'an-' (to) + 'die Schrift' (writing). The 'writing' that indicates where something should go 'to'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'writing' ('Schrift') that directs a letter 'to' ('an') someone. It's a slightly more formal word for 'Adresse'.