German word

Anlage

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈanlaːgə/

Meaning

  • feminine nounequipment

Example

Die Anlage ist neu.

The equipment is new.

Illustration for Anlage (equipment)

More examples

Kannst du die Anlage einschalten?

Can you switch on the equipment?

Core concept

A purposeful arrangement whose parts, resources, or qualities are prepared to produce a result.

Common phrases

  • die Anlage einschalten

    switch on the equipment

  • die Anlage bedienen

    operate the equipment

  • an der Anlage arbeiten

    work on the equipment

Similar words

Gerät: A small machine or tool designed for use on its own.
Maschine: A powered machine that performs work or tasks automatically.
Apparat: A machine or device designed to perform a specific function.
Einrichtung: A set of equipment or fixtures installed in a building or place.

Definition in German

Anlage ist eine technische Einrichtung oder ein Verbund von Geräten, die zusammen eine bestimmte Aufgabe erfüllen.

Word origin

The noun Anlage derives from anlegen and legen, preserving the historical notion of placing or laying something out for a use.

Usage tips

  • In compounds such as Industrieanlage and Kraftwerksanlage, Anlage refers to the whole industrial facility rather than one component inside it.

Other meanings

  • attachmentnoun
  • investmentnoun
  • aptitudenoun

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