Nomen

das Modem

modem

Das Modem verbindet den Computer mit dem Internet.

The modem connects the computer to the internet.

Mein altes Modem ist sehr langsam.

My old modem is very slow.

to connect ((sth.)) with ((sth.)) The modem connects the PC with the internet.

Synonyms: der Router (router, often used interchangeably)

From English 'modem', a portmanteau of 'modulator-demodulator'.

It's an international word, identical to English. Just remember it's a neuter noun in German: 'das Modem'.

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