Teil

part

The German word "Teil" is used in a similar way to the English word "part". It can refer to a piece or component of a larger whole, such as a part of a machine or a part of a story. It can also be used to express a role or function, as in "I played a part in the project". In some cases, it can refer to a portion or share of something, as in "a part of the profits". The plural form is "Teile".

Example sentences using: Teil

Dieser Teil des Hauses ist renovierungsbedürftig.

This part of the house is in need of renovation.

The sentence describes a part of a house that requires renovation. The direct translation of 'Teil' in this context is 'part'.

Ich verstehe diesen Teil der Aufgabe nicht.

I don't understand this part of the task.

The phrase expresses an individual's difficulty on a certain part ('Teil') of a task. It shows that 'Teil' can also refer to a portion or section of a situation or problem.

Ich bin ein Teil des Teams.

I am a part of the team.

This example demonstrates how 'Teil' can be used to express membership or inclusion in a group or a team. In this context, 'Teil' is directly translated to 'part'.