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poster
A large printed sheet of paper or cardboard that is put up in a public place to advertise, inform, or decorate.
An der Litfaßsäule hing ein Plakat für das neue Theaterstück.
There was a poster for the new play on the advertising column.
The verb 'plakatieren' is derived from the noun 'das Plakat' (poster), and means to put up posters in public places.
Es ist verboten, an dieser Mauer zu plakatieren.
It is forbidden to put up posters on this wall.
Typical actions are associated with posters. You can 'aufhängen' (hang them up), 'ankleben' (stick them up), 'gestalten' (design them), or 'entwerfen' (draft/design them).
Für unsere Band müssen wir noch ein paar coole Plakate entwerfen.
We still need to design a few cool posters for our band.
Posters are found in certain places. You say: 'ein Plakat hängt an der Wand' (a poster is hanging on the wall), 'an einer Tür' (on a door), or 'an einer Litfaßsäule' (on an advertising column). The preposition is 'an' with the dative.
Überall in der Stadt hängen Plakate für das Konzert.
Posters for the concert are hanging all over the city.
banner
Both words can refer to a large, visible display containing text or images. A „Plakat“ is usually a printed sheet that informs or advertises in a public place, while a „Banner“ is often made of fabric or plastic and is hung up. „Plakat“ is therefore more suitable for advertising on a wall, while „Banner“ is more suitable for a sign that is hung up.
Das Plakat an der Bushaltestelle informiert über das Konzert am Samstag.
The poster at the bus stop provides information about Saturday's concert.
Das Banner über dem Eingang informiert über das Konzert am Samstag.
The banner above the entrance provides information about Saturday's concert.
