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extern

English translation of extern

external

The German word 'extern' is an adjective used to describe something that is not part of or located within a certain system or group. It is often used in the context of technology and computing to refer to data or devices that are outside of a particular network or system. For example, an 'externes Gerät' is an external device, such as a printer or a hard drive, that is connected to a computer from the outside.


Example sentences using: extern

Die Datei wurde auf einem externen Laufwerk gespeichert.

English translation of Die Datei wurde auf einem externen Laufwerk gespeichert.

The file was saved on an external drive.

This sentence is used to explain a situation where a file has been stored on a storage device that is not part of the main computer system. The adjective 'externen' describes something that lies outside the main body or domain.

Er macht einen externen Kurs in deutscher Sprache.

English translation of Er macht einen externen Kurs in deutscher Sprache.

He is doing an external course in German language.

In this phrase, 'externen' refers to a course that is not being conducted within a traditional educational setting, such as a school or university, but might be hosted by an independent institution or online.

Wir brauchen einen externen Berater, um das Unternehmen zu analysieren.

English translation of Wir brauchen einen externen Berater, um das Unternehmen zu analysieren.

We need an external consultant to analyze the company.

Here, 'externen' refers to a consultant who is not an employee of the company, but is hired from outside to provide expertise and analysis. This external perspective can offer new insights and ideas.

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