deaktivieren
Translation
to deactivate, to disable, to turn off
Examples
Bitte deaktivieren Sie Ihr Konto.
Please deactivate your account.
Der Virus wurde erfolgreich deaktiviert.
The virus was successfully deactivated.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to deactivate (sth.) You have to deactivate the function.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ausschalten (to switch off), abschalten (to power down); Antonyms: aktivieren (to activate)
Etymology
Composed of the prefix 'de-' (indicating reversal) + 'aktiv' (active) + the verb suffix '-ieren'. It literally means 'to make inactive'.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'deactivate'. The 'de-' prefix is a common way to form opposites in both German and English.