erzeugen
generate · produce
Etwas neu machen oder entstehen lassen.
The German word "erzeugen" is a verb meaning "to produce" or "to generate".
- It is composed of:
- er- (a prefix often indicating the start or achievement of something)
- zeugen (from the noun Zeug, which means "stuff" or "material," but here relates to "to beget" or "to bring forth")
Similar words:
- herstellen (to manufacture, produce)
- generieren (to generate)
- produzieren (to produce)
Differences:
- erzeugen is often used for creating something new or bringing something into existence (e.g., energy, electricity).
- herstellen focuses more on the manufacturing or making of goods.
- generieren is more technical, often used with energy or data.
- produzieren is broad and often commercial, referring to producing goods or content.
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Examples
Die Maschine erzeugt viel Lärm.verb
The machine generates a lot of noise.
Wir erzeugen Strom durch Windkraft.verb
We generate electricity through wind power.
Wir erzeugen saubere Energie mit Sonnenkollektoren.verb
We generate clean energy with solar panels.
Diese Anlagen erzeugen saubere Energie.verb
These plants produce clean energy.
Moderne Kraftwerke erzeugen Strom aus Sonnenlicht.verb
Modern power plants generate electricity from sunlight.
Wie kann man Interesse bei den Schülern erzeugen?verb
How can one generate interest among the students?
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