English–German
“install” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈaɪ̯nˌbaʊ̯ən/
Example
Ich baue die Lampe ein.
I install the lamp.
How to say “install” in German
“Install” in German is einbauen.
A lamp or component is fitted into a larger structure so that it becomes a fixed part of it.
Example sentences with einbauen
Mein Bruder will im Auto ein Navi einbauen.
My brother wants to install a satnav in the car.
Tips for using einbauen
- In a main clause, the prefix separates, as in 'Ich baue die Lampe ein', but the participle is the single word 'eingebaut'.
Other German words for “install”
Sie bringt die Lampe an die Decke an.
She is installing the lamp on the ceiling.
Hast du die Software schon installiert?
Have you installed the software yet?