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label
The text, characters, or symbols attached to an object, map, or plan in order to mark, explain, or identify it.
Die Beschriftung auf dem alten Apothekergefäß war kaum noch zu lesen.
The label on the old apothecary jar was barely legible anymore.
labeling
The process of putting writing or signs on an object.
Die Beschriftung der zahlreichen Umzugskartons dauerte mehrere Stunden.
The labeling of the numerous moving boxes took several hours.
The noun 'die Beschriftung' (the label/labeling) derives directly from the verb 'beschriften' (to label). This verb means to put writing on a surface. 'Die Beschriftung' is either the result or the process itself.
Bitte beschrifte alle Ordner deutlich.
Please label all folders clearly.
Whether the result (the text) or the process is meant can be recognized from the context. If you are talking about duration or effort, the process is meant. If you are talking about legibility or content, the text itself is meant.
Die Beschriftung der Gläser war sehr zeitaufwendig.
Labeling the jars was very time-consuming.
When 'die Beschriftung' (the label) is the text itself, it is often described with adjectives like 'deutlich' (clear), 'leserlich' (legible), 'fehlerhaft' (incorrect), or 'fehlend' (missing). You can 'eine Beschriftung lesen' (read a label), 'anbringen' (attach/add one), or 'entfernen' (remove one).
Ohne eine klare Beschriftung kann man die Produkte leicht verwechseln.
Without a clear label, the products can easily be confused.
When 'Beschriftung' (labeling) describes the process, the object being labeled is often connected with the genitive or with 'von' + dative.
Die Beschriftung der Straßen war die Aufgabe der Gemeinde.
The labeling of the streets was the municipality's responsibility.
inscription
Inschrift and Beschriftung refer to writing on an object. An Inschrift is permanently attached, often engraved or carved. Beschriftung is more general and is mainly used to label, explain, or identify something.
Die Beschriftung auf dem Modell erklärt die einzelnen Gebäudeteile.
The labels on the model explain the individual parts of the building.
Die Inschrift auf dem Denkmal wurde in den Stein gemeißelt.
The inscription on the monument was carved into the stone.
