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noun

der Laptop, -s

laptop

Ein tragbarer Computer, den man leicht mitnehmen und zum Arbeiten oder Lernen verwenden kann.

Definition & meaning

A Laptop is a portable personal computer suitable for mobile use. It integrates a display, keyboard, pointing device (such as a touchpad), and a battery into a single unit, allowing it to be used on a person's lap or on the move.

Grammar & Word origin

  • Grammar: Masculine noun (der Laptop). The plural form is die Laptops.
  • Word origin: This is an English loanword that entered the German language. It is a compound of the English words "lap" (the flat area between the waist and knees of a seated person) and "top" (referring to the fact that it is designed to be placed on one's lap).

Synonyms & antonyms

  • Synonyms:

    • Notebook (the most common synonym, used interchangeably)
    • Tragbarer Computer (descriptive term)
    • Klapprechner (a less common, descriptive German term)

  • Antonyms:

    • Desktop-PC (a stationary computer)
    • Standrechner (a stationary computer)

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Examples

Ich benutze meinen Laptop täglich.noun

I use my laptop daily.

Kann ich deinen Laptop heute Abend benutzen?noun

Can I use your laptop this evening?

Diese Laptops sind sehr teuer und schnell.noun

These laptops are very expensive and fast.

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