iPad
The English phrase "ipad" is iPad in German.
The word refers to the tablet computer produced by Apple Inc.
How does it change in a sentence?
In German, iPad is a neuter noun. Because it is neuter, you use the definite article das iPad for "the iPad" and the indefinite article ein iPad for "an iPad".
Did you know?
- Because German nouns are capitalized, iPad retains its lowercase 'i' but must be treated as a capitalized noun in sentences, creating a rare visual exception to the rule that all nouns start with an uppercase letter.
- While iPad is the standard term, some Germans use the generic word Tablet to describe any such device. However, Tablet is also used in German to mean a 'pill' or 'tablet' medication, which can lead to humorous confusion in medical contexts.
- In German, brand names like iPad often act as generic terms for the entire category of tablets. A person might ask for ein iPad even if they are actually buying a Samsung or Lenovo device.
Examples in context
- Sie will ein „iPad 4“.She wants an iPad 4.This sentence shows how to express wanting a specific model using iPad.Tatoeba #2932528 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #1966583 by Spamster
- Er will ein iPad mini.He wants an iPad mini.This sentence demonstrates expressing a desire for an iPad mini model.Tatoeba #4723747 by bonny37, translation #1966584 by Spamster
- Ich habe schon ein iPad.I already have an iPad.This sentence is useful for stating that you already possess an iPad.Tatoeba #8379083 by Luiaard, translation #1887079 by CK
- Das iPad ist sehr nützlich.The iPad is very useful.
- Mein Apple Tablet ist kaputt.My Apple tablet is broken.
- Das leistungsstarke iPad ist beeindruckend.The powerful iPad is impressive.
- Kann ich das Apple iPad testen?Can I test the Apple iPad?
- Welches iPad hast du?Which iPad do you have?
- 5 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Maximilian and Laura are sitting in a cafe.
- MaximilianHast du dein iPad dabei?Do you have your iPad with you?
- LauraJa, es liegt in meiner Tasche.Yes, it is in my bag.
- MaximilianKann ich mal darauf schauen?Can I take a look at it?
- LauraNatürlich, hier ist das iPad.Of course, here is the iPad.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
