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Rauchmelder
German → American English
American English
Smoke detector
Gerät, das Rauch erkennt und einen Alarm auslöst.
Der Rauchmelder hängt im Flur und warnt uns im Brandfall.Rauchmelder is the standard word for a smoke detector in homes and public buildings. In everyday German, Rauchwarnmelder is also common in safety regulations; Brandmelder is broader and can mean fire alarm device.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Rauchmelder mean in English?
Rauchmelder means smoke detector.
Is Rauchmelder the same as Rauchwarnmelder?
Yes, in everyday use they are often used for the same device, though Rauchwarnmelder is the more technical term in some contexts.
What is the difference between Rauchmelder and Brandmelder?
Rauchmelder specifically means smoke detector, while Brandmelder can mean a fire alarm device more generally.
How do you use Rauchmelder in a sentence?
Example: Der Rauchmelder piept, weil es Rauch gibt. = The smoke detector is beeping because there is smoke.