Der Computer



Example: Der Computer steht auf dem Schreibtisch im Büro.

Definition


"Der Computer" refers to an electronic device designed to process, store, and display data according to programmed instructions. It is commonly used for tasks such as writing, calculating, browsing the internet, and running software applications in various settings like offices and homes.

Etymology


The word "der Computer" in German is borrowed directly from the English term 'computer,' which originates from the Latin word 'computare,' meaning 'to calculate' or 'to count.' Did you know that originally, 'computer' referred to a person who performed calculations by hand before the electronic device was invented?

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"Der Computer" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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