der Lichtleiter
Translation
optical fibre, light guide, fibre optic cable
Examples
Ein Lichtleiter überträgt Daten mit Lichtgeschwindigkeit.
An optical fibre transmits data at the speed of light.
Glasfaserkabel bestehen aus vielen Lichtleitern.
Fibre optic cables consist of many light guides.
Grammar Patterns
send data ((through an optical fibre)) send data through an optical fibre We send the data through an optical fibre.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Glasfaserkabel, Lichtwellenleiter
Etymology
Composed of 'Licht' (light) and 'Leiter' (conductor, guide). Literally 'light conductor'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Leiter' (ladder) for light to travel along. It guides the light from one point to another.