die Halterung
mount / holder
A device or frame used to fasten, support, or hold an object in a specific position.
EXAMPLE
Ich brauche eine neue Halterung für mein Handy im Auto.
I need a new mount for my phone in the car.
die Halterung
mount / holder
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From verb to noun
The noun 'Halterung' (mount/holder) is derived directly from the verb 'halten' (to hold). The ending '-ung' turns it into a thing, namely a device that 'hält' (holds) something.
EXAMPLE
Diese Halterung hält das Regal sicher an der Wand.
This mount holds the shelf securely on the wall.
Common compounds
'Halterung' (mount/holder) is often the second part of compound words that describe the purpose more precisely. Typical examples are 'Wandhalterung' (wall mount), 'Handyhalterung' (phone mount), or 'Fahrradhalterung' (bike rack/bike mount).
EXAMPLE
Die neue Wandhalterung für den Fernseher war einfach zu montieren.
The new wall mount for the TV was easy to install.
Use with 'für'
To describe which object the mount is intended for, you almost always use the preposition 'für' (for) followed by the accusative.
EXAMPLE
Ich habe online eine Halterung für mein GPS-Gerät bestellt.
I ordered a mount for my GPS device online.
Compare with
Halterung vs Fassung
composure / version / frame
Fassung and Halterung can both accommodate and hold something in place. A Fassung is usually designed for a specific inserted part, such as a light bulb. Halterung is more general and refers to a device that fastens, supports, or holds an object in position.
Halterung
Die ganze Lampe wird mit einer stabilen Halterung an der Wand befestigt.
The entire lamp is mounted on the wall with a sturdy bracket.
Fassung
Die Glühbirne lässt sich genau in die passende Fassung schrauben.
The light bulb can be screwed exactly into the matching socket.
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