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code
A sequence of numbers, letters, or symbols that serves as a password, for identification, or to unlock something.
Bitte geben Sie den vierstelligen Code ein, um Ihr Handy zu entsperren.
Please enter the four-digit code to unlock your phone.
code
A system of characters or signals used to encrypt information.
Die Spione benutzten einen geheimen Code, um ihre Nachrichten zu übermitteln.
The spies used a secret code to transmit their messages.
code
In the field of computer science, the complete set of instructions that make up a computer program (source code).
Der Programmierer hat einen Fehler im Code entdeckt und korrigiert.
The programmer discovered and corrected an error in the code.
code
A set of unwritten or formal rules for behavior in a particular social group or situation; a code of conduct.
Unter Journalisten gibt es einen ethischen Code, an den sie sich halten sollten.
Among journalists, there is an ethical code that they should follow.
In the meaning of 'Passwort' (password), typical verbs are 'eingeben' (to enter), 'brauchen' (to need), 'vergessen' (to forget), or 'ändern' (to change). The length of the code is often mentioned, e.g. 'ein vierstelliger Code' (a four-digit code).
Ich habe den Code für mein Online-Banking vergessen.
I forgot the code for my online banking.
When a secret code is meant, the typical verbs are 'knacken' (to crack), 'entschlüsseln' (to decode/decrypt), or 'verwenden' (to use). Adjectives like 'geheim' (secret) or 'verschlüsselt' (encrypted) are also common.
Die Agenten konnten den geheimen Code des Feindes knacken.
The agents were able to crack the enemy's secret code.
This meaning of 'Code' is used almost exclusively in computer science and programming. Typical verbs here are 'schreiben' (to write), 'lesen' (to read), 'ausführen' (to execute), or 'debuggen' (to debug).
Der Entwickler schreibt sauberen und effizienten Code.
The developer writes clean and efficient code.
In the sense of a code of conduct, 'Code' is often combined with adjectives like 'ethisch' (ethical) or 'moralisch' (moral). A common expression is 'sich an einen Code halten' (to follow a code).
In unserem Unternehmen gibt es einen strengen Code für den Umgang mit Kunden.
In our company, there is a strict code for dealing with customers.
combination
Code and Kombination can both refer to a secret sequence used to open or access something. Code is the more general term for an access or identification sequence, while Kombination specifically refers to the sequence set on a lock. With a combination lock, „Kombination“ is therefore usually the right choice; otherwise, „Code“ is often used.
Für den Zugang zum neuen Gerät brauche ich einen Code.
I need a code to access the new device.
Die Kombination für das Fahrradschloss lautet 4817.
The combination for the bicycle lock is 4817.
