Einschalten
Example: Bitte schalte das Licht im Wohnzimmer ein, es ist dunkel.
Definition
"Einschalten" means to activate or turn on a device or system, such as a light or an appliance, by operating its switch or button. For example, "Bitte schalte das Licht im Wohnzimmer ein" means to turn on the living room light because it is dark.
Etymology
The word "einschalten" comes from the German prefix "ein-" meaning 'in' or 'on' and the verb "schalten" meaning 'to switch.' Essentially, it means 'to switch on.' Did you know? The verb "schalten" originally referred to controlling gears or switches, which later extended to electrical devices.
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"Einschalten" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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