der Titel
title
The name of a work, for example a book, film, song, or work of art.
EXAMPLE
Wie lautet der Titel des neuen James-Bond-Films?
What is the title of the new James Bond film?
der Titel
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Meanings
der Titel
title
An official designation that indicates an academic degree, a noble rank, or a professional position.
EXAMPLE
Sie hat hart gearbeitet, um den Doktortitel zu erlangen.
She worked hard to earn her doctoral title.
der Titel
title
The victory or first place in a sports competition or championship.
EXAMPLE
Die Mannschaft kämpft dieses Jahr um den Meistertitel.
The team is fighting for the championship title this year.
der Titel
headline / title
The heading of an article, chapter, or section in a text.
EXAMPLE
Der Titel des Zeitungsartikels war sehr provokant.
The headline of the newspaper article was very provocative.
Usage tips
Context clue
The meaning of 'Titel' (title) can be recognized from context. In connection with media (book, film), it means the name. With people, it refers to an academic degree or noble title. In a sports context, it means a championship.
EXAMPLE
Der Titel des Buches ist sehr interessant.
The title of the book is very interesting.
Typical verbs
When referring to the name of a work, people often ask 'Wie lautet der Titel?' (What is the title?). You can also say that a book or film 'hat' (has) or 'trägt' (bears) a certain title.
EXAMPLE
Der Film trägt den Titel „Die Reise ins Ungewisse“.
The film bears the title 'The Journey into the Unknown.'
Typical verbs
Academic or noble titles can be 'haben' (have), 'tragen' (bear), or 'führen' (use/hold). An academic degree can also be 'erwerben' (acquire/earn) or 'erlangen' (obtain).
EXAMPLE
Sie ist stolz darauf, den Professorentitel zu führen.
She is proud to hold the title of professor.
Typical verbs in sports
In sports, 'Titel' (title) is often combined with verbs like 'gewinnen' (to win), 'verteidigen' (to defend), 'holen' (to claim/win), or 'erkämpfen' (to fight for and win). You can also say 'um einen Titel kämpfen' (to fight for a title).
EXAMPLE
Der Boxer will seinen Titel im nächsten Kampf verteidigen.
The boxer wants to defend his title in the next fight.
Compare with
Titel vs Name
name
Der Name generally identifies a person, place, or thing. Der Titel, by contrast, is the usual designation of a work such as a book or film. That is why you ask for the author’s name but for the title of her book.
Titel
Auf dem Buch steht der Titel ihres neuen Romans.
The title of her new novel is printed on the book.
Name
Auf dem Buch steht der Name der Autorin.
The author’s name is printed on the book.
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