Einstellungen
The English phrase "settings" is translated into German as Einstellungen.
Einstellungen refers to the menu or section of a program where a user can change options and preferences.
What does it mean word for word?
The word is the plural form of Einstellung, which literally means an "adjustment" or "attitude/setting".
How does it change in a sentence?
As a plural noun, Einstellungen takes the definite article die. The singular form of the word is Einstellung.
Did you know?
- The verb einstellen is a linguistic paradox because it can mean both 'to set up' a process and 'to stop' or 'discontinue' a service.
- In a German workplace, Einstellung is the formal term for the act of hiring an employee, as it literally means 'setting' a person into a role.
- In the film and photography industry, Einstellung refers to the 'framing' or 'shot' of a scene, such as a close-up.
Examples in context
- Vorlagen beinhalten Folienhintergründe, Schriftarten, Farben und Einstellungen.Templates include slide backgrounds, fonts, colors, and settings.This sentence shows how Einstellungen can be used when listing components included in templates.Tatoeba #12214235 by Yorwba, translation #11777158 by pip
- Sie finden die Einstellungen in der oberen rechten Ecke des Bildschirms.You can find the settings in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Der Administrator ist für die Konfiguration der Systemeinstellungen verantwortlich.The administrator is responsible for configuring the system settings.
- Erkunde die vielen Einstellungsmöglichkeiten deines Smartphones!Explore the many settings options of your smartphone!
- Ich muss die Einstellungen ändern.I have to change the settings.
- Wo finde ich die Einstellungen?Where do I find the settings?
Example conversation
Felix is helping Julia with her new phone.
- FelixÖffne bitte zuerst die Einstellungen.Please open the settings first.
- JuliaWelches Menü meinst du genau?Which menu exactly do you mean?
- FelixDas Zahnrad-Symbol für die Einstellungen.The gear icon for the settings.
- JuliaAch so, ich habe es jetzt gefunden.Oh, I have found it now.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
