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mechanical
Relating to mechanics or functioning with the help of a machine. It describes processes based on the laws of motion and force.
Eine mechanische Uhr wird durch ein Federwerk angetrieben, nicht durch eine Batterie.
A mechanical watch is powered by a spring mechanism, not by a battery.
The adjective 'mechanisch' (mechanical) belongs to the noun 'die Mechanik' (mechanics), the study of motion and forces. It therefore describes things that function according to the principles of mechanics.
Die Mechanik ist ein wichtiger Teil des Physikunterrichts.
Mechanics is an important part of physics class.
In its basic meaning, 'mechanisch' (mechanical) always refers to technology, machines, or physical processes. It is often contrasted with 'elektronisch' (electronic) or 'digital' (digital).
Die alte Schreibmaschine funktioniert rein mechanisch, ohne Strom.
The old typewriter works purely mechanically, without electricity.
The figurative meaning describes a human action that happens automatically and without feeling or thought, almost like with a machine.
Er nickte nur mechanisch, während er an etwas anderes dachte.
He only nodded mechanically while thinking about something else.
conscious / deliberate
'bewusst' and 'mechanisch' can describe how someone does something. Here, however, they are opposites. 'bewusst' means: you do something intentionally and think about it while doing it. 'mechanisch' means: you do something automatically, out of habit, and without really thinking. If an action is planned and intended, 'bewusst' fits. If it just happens as part of a routine, 'mechanisch' fits.
Nach dem langen Arbeitstag schließt er die Tür fast mechanisch ab.
After the long workday, he locks the door almost mechanically.
Im Gespräch wählt sie bewusst ruhige Worte.
During the conversation, she deliberately chooses calm words.