ein|bauen
Translation
to install, to build in, to fit, to incorporate
Examples
Wir bauen eine neue Küche ein.
We are installing a new kitchen.
Der Techniker hat den Chip eingebaut.
The technician installed the chip.
Er hat eine Pause in seinen Vortrag eingebaut.
He incorporated a break into his presentation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((in sth.)) to install sth. in sth. The mechanic is installing a new engine in the car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to install, to fit; Antonyms: to remove (ausbauen)
Etymology
From 'ein-' (in) + 'bauen' (to build). Literally 'to build in'.
Memory Tips
Picture 'building' something 'in' to a wall, like a shelf. It's a separable verb, so the 'ein-' goes to the end: 'Ich baue es ein.'