die Technik
Translation
technology, technique, engineering, mechanics
Examples
Die moderne Technik ist faszinierend.
Modern technology is fascinating.
Er hat eine besondere Technik beim Malen.
He has a special technique when painting.
Sie studiert Technik an der Universität.
She is studying engineering at the university.
Grammar Patterns
the technique/technology ((of sth.)) The technology of car manufacturing is complex. Die Technik des Autobaus ist komplex.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Verfahren (procedure), die Methode (method); Antonyms: die Natur (nature)
Etymology
From Greek 'technē' (art, skill, craft). It shares the same root as the English words 'technique' and 'technology'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'Technik' can mean both the specific 'technique' for doing something and the broader field of 'technology' or 'engineering'.