Usage Note
Fußnote denotes supplementary information printed at the bottom of a page, referenced by a superscript number in the main text. Academic writing (wissenschaftliches Schreiben) relies heavily on Fußnoten for citations and asides.
Examples
"Die Fußnote verweist auf eine wichtige Quelle, die der Autor zitiert."
Natural Translation
The footnote refers to an important source that the author cites.
Literal Translation
The foot-note refers to an important source that the author cites.
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