der Defekt
Translation
defect, fault, flaw, damage
Examples
Das Auto hat einen technischen Defekt.
The car has a technical defect.
Der Defekt an der Maschine wurde schnell behoben.
The defect on the machine was fixed quickly.
Grammar Patterns
a defect in/on sth. (ein Defekt an et3) There is a defect in the heating system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fehler (error), Mangel (lack), Schaden (damage); Antonyms: Perfektion (perfection)
Etymology
From Latin 'defectus' meaning 'a failing, lack'. It's a direct cognate with the English word 'defect'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'defective' product. The noun 'der Defekt' is the defect or fault itself.