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signage
The complete set of signs placed at a location, such as on a road, in a building, or in a park, for orientation, information, or warning.
Dank der guten Beschilderung haben wir den Weg zum Gipfel leicht gefunden.
Thanks to the good signage, we easily found the way to the summit.
The word is derived from the noun 'das Schild' (the sign). The ending '-ung' turns the verb 'beschildern' (to put up signs) into a noun that describes the result or the complete set of signs.
Die neue Beschilderung im Museum hilft den Besuchern bei der Orientierung.
The new signage in the museum helps visitors find their way around.
'Beschilderung' (signage) is often described with adjectives such as 'gut' (good), 'schlecht' (bad/poor), 'deutlich' (clear), 'verwirrend' (confusing), or 'lückenhaft' (incomplete). A typical verb combination is 'der Beschilderung folgen' (to follow the signs/signage).
Die Beschilderung auf der Autobahn war sehr verwirrend.
The signage on the highway was very confusing.
'Beschilderung' (signage) is a collective term and is almost always used in the singular, even when talking about many individual signs. It refers to the entire system of signs at a location.
In der Altstadt fehlt eine durchgehende Beschilderung für Touristen.
In the old town, there is no consistent signage for tourists.
labeling
Both words can refer to visible information in a public place. „Die Beschriftung“ is the text or sign on a single object, while „die Beschilderung“ refers to all the signs in a particular location. Use „Beschriftung“ for a single object and „Beschilderung“ for the system of signs used for orientation.
Die Beschilderung im Gebäude führt die Besucher zum Ausgang.
The signage in the building directs visitors to the exit.
Die Beschriftung auf der Tür zeigt den Namen des Raums.
The label on the door shows the name of the room.
