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Rechner

computer

noun REKH-ner Rare

Also means

calculator

Usage Note

Rechner is a native synonym for Computer, from rechnen (to calculate). It often implies a desktop machine; Taschenrechner is a pocket calculator. The plural form is unchanged.

Examples

"Mein Rechner ist heute sehr langsam."

Natural Translation

My computer is very slow today.

Literal Translation

My computer is today very slow.

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