Der Flugsimulator
Example: Im Flugsimulator können Touristen das Fluggefühl erleben.
Definition
"Der Flugsimulator" is a device or software that replicates the experience of flying an aircraft, allowing users, often tourists, to experience the sensations and controls of flight in a virtual environment without leaving the ground.
Etymology
The word "der Flugsimulator" comes from the German words "Flug" meaning flight and "Simulator" meaning simulator. It combines the concept of flight with simulation technology, tracing back to Latin 'simulare' meaning to imitate or feign. Did you know? Flight simulators were initially developed for pilot training before becoming popular for tourism and entertainment.
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"Der Flugsimulator" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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