English–German

“excavator” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbagɐ/

Example

Die Bagger stehen auf der Baustelle.

The excavators are standing at the construction site.

Illustration for Bagger (excavator)

How to say “excavator” in German

“Excavator” in German is Bagger.

A heavy machine reaches into earth or sediment with a bucket, making a deep cut or clearing material from the ground.

Full entry for Bagger: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Bagger

Für die Kanalverlegung wird ein großer Bagger eingesetzt.

A large excavator is used for sewer installation.

Tips for using Bagger

  • German uses Bagger for both ordinary excavators and dredging machines, with the setting showing whether the work is on land or in water.

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