die Reparatur
Meaning and Usage
"Die Reparatur" in German means "the repair" in English. It refers to the act of fixing or restoring something that is damaged or broken.
Linguistic Analysis
"Die Reparatur" is a feminine noun in German. It consists of the prefix "re-" (meaning "again" or "back") and the root "paratur" which is derived from the Latin word "parare", meaning "prepare". The suffix "-ur" indicates that it is a noun.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Reparatur" is closely related to its English counterpart "repair" in both meaning and structure.
Cultural Context
In German-speaking countries, a high value is placed on quality and maintenance. Therefore, the concept of "die Reparatur" holds significant cultural importance, especially in the context of craftsmanship and preserving items of value.
Example Sentences
- Die Reparatur des Autos ist teuer. (The repair of the car is expensive.)
- Er übernahm die Reparatur des defekten Computers. (He took on the repair of the broken computer.)
Memory Tips
Associate "die Reparatur" with the English word "repair" and focus on the prefix "re-" indicating doing something "again" and the root "paratur" related to "prepare".
Additional Vocabulary
- Die Instandsetzung (f) - the restoration
- Der Schaden (m) - the damage
- Defekt - defective
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
Gender: feminine Plural: die Reparaturen
Conjugation (for verbs)
N/A (as "Reparatur" is a noun)