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piracy
The illegal copying, distribution, or use of copyrighted works such as software, films, or music. It is often also referred to as 'Raubkopie' (pirated copy).
Die Filmindustrie beklagt hohe Verluste durch die weit verbreitete Piraterie im Internet.
The film industry complains of heavy losses due to widespread piracy on the internet.
The word 'Piraterie' (piracy) is derived directly from the word 'der Pirat' (pirate). It describes the typical activity of a pirate, whether at sea or in a figurative sense in the digital space.
Einige Internetnutzer sehen sich nicht als Piraten, obwohl sie Piraterie betreiben.
Some internet users do not see themselves as pirates, even though they engage in piracy.
To distinguish the meaning, pay attention to the context. Words like 'Internet', 'Software', or 'Filme' point to illegal copies. Terms like 'Schiff' (ship), 'Küste' (coast), or 'See' (sea) refer to piracy at sea.
Die Piraterie von Computerspielen ist ein großes Problem für die Entwickler.
The piracy of computer games is a major problem for developers.
In connection with copyright infringement, 'Piraterie' (piracy) is often used with verbs such as 'bekämpfen' (to combat) or 'verhindern' (to prevent). People also often speak of 'digitale Piraterie' (digital piracy) or 'Piraterie im Internet' (piracy on the internet).
Die Regierung hat neue Gesetze zur Bekämpfung der Online-Piraterie erlassen.
The government has passed new laws to combat online piracy.
When it is about piracy at sea, 'Piraterie' (piracy) is often used with a geographical detail to name the affected area. The preposition 'vor' (off) is typical in combination with a coast or region.
Die Piraterie vor der Küste Westafrikas hat in den letzten Jahren zugenommen.
Piracy off the coast of West Africa has increased in recent years.
forgery / fake
'Fälschung' and 'Piraterie' can both have to do with illegal copies. 'Fälschung' usually means a single fake object that is meant to look like a genuine original, for example an ID, a painting, or a branded product. 'Piraterie' means the illegal copying, distribution, or use of protected works such as films, music, or software. The words can be confused because in both cases something is copied without permission. For fake physical objects, people are more likely to say 'Fälschung'; for digital or copyrighted works, 'Piraterie' is more likely.
Die Firma verliert viel Geld durch Piraterie bei ihrer Software.
The company loses a lot of money because of piracy involving its software.
Im Gespräch zeigte mein Freund eine Tasche, die leider eine Fälschung war.
During the conversation, my friend showed a bag that unfortunately was a fake.