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equipment
The complete set of objects, devices, and clothing needed for a specific activity or purpose.
Für die Wanderung im Gebirge ist eine gute Ausrüstung unerlässlich.
For hiking in the mountains, good equipment is essential.
The word is a derivation from the verb 'ausrüsten' (to equip). This consists of the prefix 'aus-' and the verb 'rüsten', which means something like 'vorbereiten' (to prepare) or 'ausstatten' (to equip). 'Ausrüstung' (equipment) is therefore what you equip yourself with for something.
Die Bergsteiger rüsten sich für die Expedition aus.
The mountaineers equip themselves for the expedition.
'Ausrüstung' (equipment) is a collective term. Even if you are thinking of many individual items, the word is almost always used in the singular. The plural 'Ausrüstungen' is rare and is only used when referring to different types of equipment sets.
Meine Camping-Ausrüstung passt in einen großen Rucksack.
My camping equipment fits into one large backpack.
'Ausrüstung' (equipment) is often combined with an adjective that describes the purpose. Typical examples are 'sportliche Ausrüstung' (sports equipment), 'technische Ausrüstung' (technical equipment), or 'persönliche Schutzausrüstung' (personal protective equipment).
Für diesen Sport braucht man eine spezielle Ausrüstung.
You need special equipment for this sport.
technology / technique
“Technik” and “Ausrüstung” can both include devices. “Technik” is more likely to refer to the overall technical system with its facilities, while “Ausrüstung” refers to the objects, devices, or clothing provided for a specific purpose. “Technik” is therefore appropriate for a system, while “Ausrüstung” is more suitable for what is needed for an activity.
Die Fotografin nimmt ihre gesamte Ausrüstung zum Termin mit.
The photographer is taking all her equipment to the appointment.
Die gesamte Technik im Fotostudio wurde erneuert.
All the technical equipment in the photography studio was replaced.
