das Computerprogramm
computer program
A sequence of instructions that a computer uses to perform specific tasks.
EXAMPLE
Das Computerprogramm verarbeitet die Daten automatisch.
The computer program processes the data automatically.
das Computerprogramm
computer program
das Computerprogramm, die Computerprogramme
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Computerprogramm, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Computerprogramme |
| genitive | des Computerprogramms |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Computerprogramm | die Computerprogramme |
| accusative | das Computerprogramm | die Computerprogramme |
| dative | dem Computerprogramm | den Computerprogrammen |
| genitive | des Computerprogramms des Computerprogrammes | der Computerprogramme |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Compound words
'Computerprogramm' (computer program) is made up of 'Computer' (computer) and 'Programm' (program). The compound shows that the program is intended for use with a computer.
EXAMPLE
Das neue Computerprogramm läuft auch auf älteren Geräten.
The new computer program also runs on older devices.
Typical verbs
Verbs such as 'schreiben' (to write), 'entwickeln' (to develop), 'installieren' (to install), and 'aktualisieren' (to update) are often used with 'Computerprogramm' (computer program). Depending on the verb, the focus is on creating or using the program.
EXAMPLE
Die Firma entwickelt ein Computerprogramm für Arztpraxen.
The company is developing a computer program for medical practices.
Running a program
When a computer uses a program, people often say that it 'ausführt' (runs) a computer program or that a computer program 'läuft' (is running). Both expressions describe the active use of the program.
EXAMPLE
Das Computerprogramm läuft im Hintergrund und prüft die Dateien.
The computer program runs in the background and checks the files.
In real life
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