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die Tech
tech
A colloquial short form for the technology industry or the technology sector.
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Die Gehälter in der Tech sind in den letzten Jahren stark gestiegen.
Salaries in tech have risen sharply in recent years.
die Tech
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Word structure
'Tech' is a colloquial short form of 'die Technologie' (technology) or 'die Technik' (technology/engineering). The feminine article 'die' comes from these longer words.
EXAMPLE
Er interessiert sich sehr für die neuesten Entwicklungen in der Tech.
He is very interested in the latest developments in tech.
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This word belongs to colloquial language and workplace jargon. In formal or academic texts, you would more likely write 'Technologiebranche' (technology industry) or 'Technologiesektor' (technology sector).
EXAMPLE
Sie sucht einen Job in der Tech.
She is looking for a job in tech.
Typical compounds
'Tech' is very often used as the first part of compound nouns to create a connection to the technology industry. Examples include 'Tech-Unternehmen' (tech company), 'Tech-Startup' (tech startup), or 'Tech-Gigant' (tech giant).
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Viele junge Leute träumen davon, ein eigenes Tech-Startup zu gründen.
Many young people dream of founding their own tech startup.
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Tech vs Technik
technology / technique
'die Technik' and 'die Tech' look similar, but they are used differently. 'die Technik' is a normal German word for technical processes, devices, or systems. It can also refer to the technical equipment in a house, car, or system. 'die Tech' is a colloquial short form and mainly means the technology industry, that is, companies and people in this economic sector. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with technology. If you are talking about devices, machines, or a technical solution, use 'Technik'. If you are talking about the industry, 'Tech' fits better, especially in modern language.
Tech
Sie arbeitet seit Montag in der Tech und betreut junge Start-ups.
She has been working in tech since Monday and supports young start-ups.
Technik
Im neuen Büro funktioniert die Technik noch nicht richtig.
In the new office, the technical equipment is not working properly yet.
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