English–German

“portable” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtʁaːkbaːɐ̯/

Example

Ich habe ein tragbares Ladegerät gekauft.

I bought a portable charger.

Illustration for tragbar (portable)

How to say “portable” in German

“Portable” in German is tragbar.

A small load fits into one hand and remains light enough to carry, while an abstract burden is light enough to accept.

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

Example sentences with tragbar

Für Reisen ist eine tragbare Festplatte sehr praktisch.

For travel, a portable external hard drive is very practical.

Tips for using tragbar

  • In formal discussion, tragbar can describe a compromise, cost, or solution as acceptable, not only an object that can be carried.

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