das Laufwerk
Translation
drive, disk drive
Examples
Mein Computer hat kein CD-Laufwerk mehr.
My computer doesn't have a CD drive anymore.
Bitte legen Sie die DVD in das Laufwerk ein.
Please insert the DVD into the drive.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) ((in+4)) to insert (sth.) into (sth.) Please insert the DVD into the drive. Bitte legen Sie die DVD in das Laufwerk ein.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Festplatte (hard drive)
Etymology
From 'Lauf' (run, operation) and 'Werk' (work, mechanism). A mechanism that 'runs' or operates.
Memory Tips
Imagine a disk 'running' (Lauf) inside a mechanical 'work' (Werk). This helps remember it's a computer drive.