Technik/ˈtɛçnɪk/technology; technique; engineering
Technik is a German noun that means technology, technique, or engineering. It is pronounced /ˈtɛçnɪk/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Techniken".
Definitions
1.tools, machines, and processes developed for practical purposes(technology/science)
a.the application or development of technical means
Die moderne Technik erleichtert unser Leben.—Modern technology makes our lives easier.
2.a particular way of carrying out a task; a method or technique(method)
a.a specialized procedure or skill in a craft or art
Mit der richtigen Technik kann man schneller schwimmen.—With the right technique, you can swim faster.
3.the discipline of engineering or technical sciences(field of study)
a.technological sciences or engineering as a subject
Er studiert Technik an der Universität.—He studies engineering at the university.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Technik | die Techniken |
| Genitive | der Technik | der Techniken |
| Dative | der Technik | den Techniken |
| Accusative | die Technik | die Techniken |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Technik" mean in English?
- "Technik" means technology, technique, or engineering. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Technik"?
- "Technik" is pronounced /ˈtɛçnɪk/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Technik" der, die, or das?
- "Technik" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Technik"?
- The plural of "Technik" is "Techniken".
- What part of speech is "Technik"?
- "Technik" is a noun in German.
