noun
der Lichtschalter, –
light switch
The German word "Lichtschalter" is a compound noun made of:
- Licht — "light"
- Schalter — "switch"
It means "light switch", the device used to turn a light on or off.
Similar words:
- Schalter (switch, general)
- An/Aus-Schalter (on/off switch)
Difference:
While "Schalter" is a general term for any switch, "Lichtschalter" specifically refers to the switch that controls lighting.
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Examples
Kannst du bitte den kaputten Lichtschalter reparieren?noun
Can you please repair the broken light switch?
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