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gear in German

gear in German is Ausrüstung, Gang, Getriebe — gear means equipment or clothing needed for a particular activity.

gear in German

Ausrüstung
noun
Gang
noun
(countable, automotive, cycling) A particular combination or choice of interlocking gears, such that a particular gear ratio is achieved; often selected via a shifter.
Getriebe
noun
(countable, automotive, cycling) A particular combination or choice of interlocking gears, such that a particular gear ratio is achieved; often selected via a shifter.
Gangschaltung
noun
(countable, automotive) A configuration of the transmission of a motor car so as to achieve a particular ratio of engine to axle torque.
Gang
noun
(countable, automotive) A configuration of the transmission of a motor car so as to achieve a particular ratio of engine to axle torque.
Stoff
noun
(uncountable, slang) Recreational drugs, including steroids.

What does "gear" mean?

  1. noun Equipment or clothing needed for a particular activity.
    "He packed his camping gear into the car."
  2. noun A toothed wheel that meshes with another to transmit motion, or the setting of such a mechanism in a vehicle.
    "She shifted into second gear as the road climbed."
  3. verb To design or adjust something so it suits a particular purpose or audience.
    "The course is geared toward complete beginners."

gear in a sentence

  • He packed his camping gear into the car.
  • Make sure you bring your climbing gear.
  • She shifted into second gear as the road climbed.
  • The course is geared toward complete beginners.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "gear" in German?

"gear" in German is Ausrüstung, Gang, Getriebe. gear means: Equipment or clothing needed for a particular activity.

How do you use "gear" in a sentence?

Example: "He packed his camping gear into the car." In German, "gear" is Ausrüstung, Gang, Getriebe.

Are there other ways to say "gear" in German?

Yes — German has 5 translations listed for "gear": Ausrüstung, Gang, Getriebe, Gangschaltung, Stoff.

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