der Piepton
beep
A short, usually high-pitched sound produced by a technical device, often serving as a signal or indication.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Piepton können Sie Ihre Nachricht hinterlassen.
After the beep, you can leave your message.
der Piepton
beep
der Piepton, die Pieptöne
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Piepton, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Pieptöne |
| genitive | des Pieptones |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Piepton | die Pieptöne |
| accusative | den Piepton | die Pieptöne |
| dative | dem Piepton | den Pieptönen |
| genitive | des Pieptones des Pieptons | der Pieptöne |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Word composition
'Piepton' (beep) is made up of 'Piep' (beep) and 'Ton' (sound). 'Piep' imitates the short sound, while 'Ton' refers to its acoustic character.
EXAMPLE
Ein lauter Piepton zeigte an, dass die Tür noch offen war.
A loud beep indicated that the door was still open.
Typical collocations
Common collocations include 'einen Piepton hören' (to hear a beep), 'ein Piepton ertönt' (a beep sounds), and 'nach dem Piepton' (after the beep). The beep often signals the next action or an input.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Piepton beginnt die automatische Ansage.
After the beep, the automated message begins.
Technical context
'Piepton' (beep) is usually used in connection with devices or automated systems, such as telephones, computers, household appliances, and medical equipment. The context often shows whether the sound is a confirmation, a warning, or a signal to take action.
EXAMPLE
Der Piepton des Mikrowellengeräts erinnerte ihn daran, das Essen herauszunehmen.
The beep from the microwave reminded him to take the food out.
In real life
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