Example: Bitte zieh den Stecker aus der Steckdose, bevor du reparierst.
Definition
"Der Stecker" refers to a device used to connect an electrical appliance to a power source by inserting it into a socket, enabling the flow of electricity. It is commonly used in contexts such as 'Bitte zieh den Stecker aus der Steckdose, bevor du reparierst.'
Translations
plug
el enchufe
de stekker
endoll
la fiche
Etymology
The word "der Stecker" originates from the German verb 'stecken,' meaning 'to stick' or 'to plug in.' It historically refers to something that is stuck or inserted to establish a connection, much like a plug connecting electrical devices. Did you know that this simple term has been central to electrical technology since the early days of household electrification?
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"Der Stecker" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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