die Buchstaben
Translation
letters, characters
Examples
Das Alphabet hat 26 Buchstaben.
The alphabet has 26 letters.
Die Buchstaben sind zu klein.
The letters are too small.
Grammar Patterns
((die Buchstaben)) letters (plural) The word has many letters.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zeichen, Schriftzeichen
Etymology
Plural form of 'Buchstabe'.
Memory Tips
This is the plural of 'Buchstabe'. Notice the '-n' ending, which is typical for the plural and declension of weak masculine nouns.