Der Automat
Example: Am Bahnhof gibt es einen Automaten für Fahrkarten.
Definition
"Der Automat" refers to a machine that automatically dispenses items or services, commonly found in places like train stations, where it can be used to purchase tickets without human assistance.
Etymology
The word "der Automat" comes from the Greek word 'automatos,' meaning 'self-moving' or 'self-acting.' It entered German via French and Latin, reflecting the machine's ability to operate automatically without manual intervention. Did you know? The term emphasizes the self-operating nature of the device.
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"Der Automat" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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