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computer game
An electronic game that is played on a computer, game console, or mobile device and responds to the player's input with a graphical display.
Am Wochenende verbringt er oft mehrere Stunden mit seinem liebsten Computerspiel.
On the weekend, he often spends several hours with his favorite computer game.
'Computerspiel' (computer game) is a compound word made up of 'der Computer' (the computer) and 'das Spiel' (the game). The 's' in the middle is a linking sound that connects the two words.
Das neue Computerspiel hat eine beeindruckende Grafik.
The new computer game has impressive graphics.
Common verbs used in connection with computer games are 'spielen' (to play), 'entwickeln' (to develop), 'herunterladen' (to download), and 'installieren' (to install).
Er möchte lernen, wie man Computerspiele entwickelt.
He wants to learn how to develop computer games.
In colloquial language, especially among young people, the verb 'zocken' is often used for playing computer games intensively.
Er zockt am liebsten strategische Computerspiele.
He likes playing strategy computer games most.
game
'das Game' and 'das Computerspiel' both mean an electronic game. That is why learners can easily confuse the words. 'Game' is colloquial and is used especially in casual conversations or in the gaming scene. 'Computerspiel' sounds more neutral and more German, even though today it can often mean not only strictly a game on a computer, but also one on a console or mobile phone. In informal conversations, 'Game' sounds more natural; in more factual texts, 'Computerspiel' often fits better.
Für den Medienkurs stellt sie morgen ein Computerspiel vor.
She is presenting a computer game tomorrow for the media studies course.
Spielst du heute Abend wieder dieses Game mit Tom?
Are you playing that game with Tom again tonight?