der Automat
Translation
vending machine, ATM, slot machine, automaton
Examples
Ich hole mir ein Getränk am Automaten.
I'm getting a drink from the vending machine.
Ich muss Geld am Automaten abheben.
I have to withdraw money from the ATM.
Grammar Patterns
et4 am Automaten kaufen/holen to buy/get sth. at the vending machine He's buying a Coke at the vending machine.
Geld am Automaten abheben to withdraw money at the ATM She still has to withdraw money at the ATM.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Geldautomat (ATM), Fahrkartenautomat (ticket machine)
Etymology
From Greek 'autómatos' meaning 'self-moving'. It's a cognate of the English word 'automaton' and 'automatic'.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English 'automaton' or 'automatic machine', making it easy to remember.