hoch|fahren
Translation
to start up, to boot up, to ramp up, to drive up
Examples
Ich muss den Computer hochfahren.
I have to start up the computer.
Wir fahren den Berg hoch.
We are driving up the mountain.
Die Fabrik fährt die Produktion hoch.
The factory is ramping up production.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) hochfahren to start up (sth.) I'm starting up the computer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: starten, booten; Antonyms: herunterfahren, ausschalten
Etymology
Composed of 'hoch' (up) and 'fahren' (to drive, go). The literal meaning is 'to drive up'.
Memory Tips
Think of the system's activity 'driving up' when you boot a PC. Or literally 'driving up' a road.