erzeugen
Translation
produces, generates, creates
Examples
Die Fabrik erzeugt viele Autos.
The factory produces many cars.
Das Kraftwerk hat Strom erzeugt.
The power plant has generated electricity.
Dieses Produkt wird in Deutschland erzeugt.
This product is produced in Germany.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) from ((sth.)) to produce sth. from sth. Wine is produced from grapes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: herstellen, produzieren, schaffen; Antonyms: zerstören (to destroy), vernichten (to annihilate)
Etymology
Composed of the prefix 'er-' (indicating creation or completion) and the verb 'zeugen' (to beget, to witness). It means to bring something into existence.
Memory Tips
Think of 'er-' as bringing something forth, and 'zeugen' as generating. Together, they mean 'to generate forth' or 'to produce'.