German · Work & Business
Computer
Computer
Beginnernoun
Definition
An electronic data processing device.
Example
Ich benutze den Computer für die Arbeit.
I use the computer for work.
Etymology
'Computer' is a loanword from English, derived from the Latin 'computare', meaning 'to calculate'. The term became widely adopted in the late 20th century as computing technology became more common.
How & Where It’s Used
'Computer' is used in both formal and informal contexts, predominantly in technological and educational discussions. Its register is informal in daily conversations, while more formal in technical or academic writing.