Technik
/ˈtɛçnɪk/
The German word for technique is Technik.
Technik refers to a method of achieving something. However, it is also the standard German word for technology or engineering in a general sense.
Meaning: method of achieving something (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun Technik is feminine and is used with the definite article die. The plural form of Technik is Techniken.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈtɛçnɪk/
Did you know?
- The word shares a distant ancestor with the English word 'text', both tracing back to roots related to weaving or 'composing' something together.
- The word Technik is a learned borrowing from the Latin 'technica', which itself was derived from the Ancient Greek word τέχνη meaning 'art' or 'craft'.
- German philosophers often discuss Technik as a distinct ontological category. In this context, it refers not just to tools but to the human drive to control nature through systematic means.
Examples in context
- Meine Technik könnte noch verbessert werden.My technique could be improved.This sentence is useful for describing how one's Technik might be improved.Tatoeba #12603682 by Waldelfe, translation #8382667 by CK
- Das Übel kommt nicht von der Technik, sondern von denen, die sie mißbrauchen.Evil comes not from technique, but from those who abuse it.This sentence illustrates a contrast between Technik and the people who abuse it.Tatoeba #6213549 by Esperantostern, translation #6214350 by carlosalberto
- Die Technik zählt auch.Technique counts, too.This sentence shows that Technik is a factor that counts.Tatoeba #13189274 by maaster, translation #13189601 by rul
- Die Technik der Automobilherstellung hat enorme Fortschritte gemacht.The technique of automobile manufacturing has made enormous progress.
- Das Verfahren zur Herstellung von Schokolade erfordert viel Geduld.The technique for making chocolate requires a lot of patience.
- Ich zeige dir einen Trick, wie man das Puzzle schnell lösen kann.I'll show you a technique for solving the puzzle quickly.
- Mit diesem Kniff bleibt der Kuchen besonders saftig.With this technique, the cake stays particularly moist.
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Example conversation
Maximilian and Sarah are discussing a painting technique at an art class.
- MaximilianWelche Technik hast du für dieses Bild benutzt?Which technique did you use for this picture?
- SarahIch habe eine neue Technik mit Ölfarben ausprobiert.I tried a new technique with oil paints.
- MaximilianDeine Technik sieht wirklich beeindruckend aus.Your technique looks truly impressive.
- SarahDanke, ich übe diese Technik jeden Tag.Thanks, I practice this technique every day.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Technik, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Technik, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
