German Conversation · Level 20
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German word
Stecker
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʃtɛkɐ/
Meaning
- masculine nounplug
Example
Der Stecker passt nicht in die Steckdose.
The plug doesn't fit into the outlet.
More examples
Bevor du die Lampe wechselst, ziehe den Stecker.
Before you change the lamp, pull the plug.
Core concept
A detachable cable end with contact pins fits into a matching socket to complete an electrical connection.
Common phrases
den Stecker ziehen
pull the plug
den Stecker einstecken
insert the plug
ein lockerer Stecker
a loose plug
Similar words
Buchse: A socket built into equipment or wiring for receiving a plug.
Steckdose: A fixed outlet on a wall or device for connecting to mains power.
Kabel: A group of insulated wires used to transmit power or data.
Adapter: A connector that adapts different plug types or equipment standards.
Definition in German
Stecker m. abnehmbares Ende eines Kabels oder Geräts, das in eine Buchse gesteckt wird und die elektrische Verbindung herstellt
Word origin
Stecker derives from the German verb stecken, meaning to insert or stick, with the agent suffix -er for something that is inserted.
Usage tips
- Stecker is masculine, and its plural has the same form, so der Stecker is singular while die Stecker is plural.
Other meanings
- connectornoun
Opposites
- Buchsesocketnoun
Related words
- Steckerleistepower stripnoun
- Steckdoseelectrical outletnoun
- Steckverbindungplug connectionnoun