das Fachwort
Translation
technical term, jargon
Examples
In diesem Text gibt es viele Fachwörter.
There are many technical terms in this text.
Können Sie dieses Fachwort bitte erklären?
Could you please explain this technical term?
Grammar Patterns
a Fachwort ((for sth.acc)) a technical term for sth. 'Photosynthesis' is a technical term for a biological process.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Terminus, Jargon, Fachbegriff (technical term)
Etymology
Composed of 'Fach' (specialty, field) and 'Wort' (word). Literally 'specialty word'.
Memory Tips
Remember it as a special 'Wort' (word) used in a specific 'Fach' (field).