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The German word "Zähler" is a noun meaning "counter" or "meter".

• It comes from the verb "zählen", which means "to count".
• "Zähler" refers to a device or person that counts or keeps track of numbers, such as an electricity meter (Stromzähler) or a tally counter.

Similar words:

• "Rechner" (calculator)
• "Registrierer" (registrar or recorder)
• "Messgerät" (measuring device)

Difference:

• "Zähler" specifically counts or records discrete units or events.
• "Rechner" processes calculations but doesn't inherently count occurrences.
• "Messgerät" measures quantities (like length, weight) but may not directly count items.