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to manufacture
To make or produce something, usually in a craft-based or industrial way.
Diese Manufaktur fertigt seit über 100 Jahren Uhren von höchster Qualität.
This manufactory has been manufacturing watches of the highest quality for over 100 years.
The verb 'fertigen' (to manufacture) is derived from the adjective 'fertig' (finished/ready). It describes the process of making something until it has reached a finished state.
Der Goldschmied fertigt einen Ring genau nach den Vorstellungen des Paares.
The goldsmith manufactures a ring exactly according to the couple's wishes.
'Fertigen' (to manufacture) sounds more formal and technical than 'machen' (to make). It is often used for products that require craftsmanship or a precise industrial process.
Das Unternehmen fertigt hochmoderne medizinische Geräte.
The company manufactures state-of-the-art medical devices.
'Fertigen' (to manufacture) is often combined with adverbs that describe the method of production. Typical examples are 'von Hand fertigen' (to manufacture by hand), 'maschinell fertigen' (to manufacture by machine), or 'nach Maß fertigen' (to manufacture to measure/custom-make).
Diese Ledertaschen werden alle einzeln von Hand gefertigt.
These leather bags are all manufactured individually by hand.
to do / make
'machen' and 'fertigen' can both mean that something is created. However, 'machen' is very general and fits many everyday situations. You can make food, take a photo, or make a gift. 'fertigen' is more precise and sounds more formal. It fits especially when something is produced by hand or industrially. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with making or producing something. A simple rule is: in everyday language, you usually say 'machen'; in production or crafts, 'fertigen' is more likely.
Die Werkstatt fertigt die Möbel nach den Wünschen der Kunden.
The workshop manufactures the furniture according to the customers' wishes.
Am Wochenende mache ich eine Suppe für meine Familie.
On the weekend, I make soup for my family.