Der Motor
Example: Der Motor des Autos läuft sehr leise und effizient.
Definition
"Der Motor" refers to a machine or device that converts energy into mechanical motion, typically used to power vehicles, machinery, or equipment. It is essential for initiating and maintaining movement in various technical applications, such as cars and industrial machines.
Etymology
The word "der Motor" comes from the Latin word 'motor,' meaning 'mover.' It was adopted into German through technical and scientific language in the 19th century as engines and mechanical devices became more widespread. Did you know that 'motor' originally described anything that causes motion, not just engines?
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"Der Motor" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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