Die Batterie
Example: Die Batterie im Auto ist fast leer und muss geladen werden.
Definition
"Die Batterie" refers to a device consisting of one or more electrochemical cells that store and provide electrical energy. It is commonly used to power devices, such as the car battery mentioned in the example phrase, which supplies energy for starting the vehicle.
Etymology
The word "die Batterie" originates from the French word 'batterie,' meaning 'beat' or 'strike,' initially referring to a group of artillery guns firing together. Over time, it was adopted in German to describe a group or set of electrical cells working together to produce power. Did you know? The military origin reflects the idea of multiple units working in unison, much like the cells in a battery.
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"Die Batterie" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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