Protokoll
/pʁotoˈkɔl/neuter
The English word "protocol" is translated into German as Protokoll in a computing context.
In German, Protokoll can refer to both a technical computing protocol and the written minutes of a meeting. If you need to describe the action of recording data or logging events into a protocol, use the verb protokollieren.
Meaning: computing (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
Protokoll is a neuter noun. Its plural form is Protokolle, and the genitive singular form is des Protokolls.
How do you pronounce it?
/pʁotoˈkɔl/
Did you know?
- In German diplomacy, Protokoll refers to the strict etiquette of state visits, and breaking these rules is described as a Protokollfehler.
- In a German office, if someone asks you to 'das Protokoll führen', they are not asking you to set up a digital network, but to act as a formal secretary recording the meeting minutes.
- The verb protokollieren is used not only for data logs but also in police work to describe the formal process of documenting a witness statement.
Examples in context
- Ich kannte das Protokoll nicht.I didn't know the protocol.This sentence is useful for expressing a lack of knowledge regarding the Protokoll.Tatoeba #8309934 by GuidoW, translation #10769916 by sundown
- Das diplomatische Protokoll schränkt sie ein.They are constrained by diplomatic protocol.This sentence shows the use of Protokoll in the context of diplomatic rules.Tatoeba #11778682 by Yorwba, translation #8495942 by Amastan
- IP steht für „Internet-Protokoll“.IP stands for Internet Protocol.This sentence demonstrates the use of Protokoll in the term for Internet Protocol.Tatoeba #11857456 by Adelpa, translation #11857444 by Adelpa
- Das Protokoll der Sitzung wurde sorgfältig dokumentiert.The protocol of the meeting was meticulously documented.
- Bitte überreichen Sie das Protokoll an die Abteilungsleiterin.Please hand over the protocol to the department head.
- Wir müssen das Protokoll gemäß den Richtlinien führen.We have to maintain the protocol according to the guidelines.
Example conversation
Lukas and Sarah are discussing a network error at work.
- LukasSarah, das Protokoll funktioniert nicht.Sarah, the protocol is not working.
- SarahSoll ich das Protokoll prüfen?Should I check the protocol?
- LukasJa, das wäre gut.Yes, that would be good.
- SarahIch kümmere mich darum, Lukas.I will take care of it, Lukas.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “protocol” translations and entries Protokoll, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
