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Switch
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Switch
Lehnwort für einen Umschalter oder Schalter, besonders in technischen Kontexten.
Der Switch verbindet mehrere Geräte im Netzwerk.In German, use *der Switch* mainly for the English loanword in IT or gaming contexts. For a normal wall switch, *der Schalter* is much more natural.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Switch” mean in German?
It usually refers to an English loanword, especially in IT, networking, or gaming. In everyday German, people often prefer *der Schalter* for a physical switch.
Is “Switch” a common German word?
Not in standard everyday German. It is mostly used in technical or modern contexts; otherwise, *Schalter* is more common.
What is the German word for an electrical switch?
Usually *der Schalter*.