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tool
A computer program or application developed for a specific task or function. The term is used especially in the field of information technology.
Für die Projektplanung nutzen wir ein spezielles Online-Tool.
For project planning, we use a special online tool.
tool
A tool or instrument used to carry out a specific job. This meaning is less common and is often used in technical or trade jargon as an Anglicism.
Der Fahrradmechaniker holte ein spezielles Tool, um die Kette zu nieten.
The bicycle mechanic got a special tool to rivet the chain.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| plural | die Tools |
| genitive | des Tools |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Tool | die Tools |
| accusative | das Tool | die Tools |
| dative | dem Tool | den Tools |
| genitive | des Tools | der Tools |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Tool' is an English loanword (Anglicism). It is used especially often in the IT industry, in marketing, and in office jobs for software or digital aids.
Welches Tool benutzt ihr für die Videobearbeitung?
Which tool do you use for video editing?
You can recognize the meaning 'software' from words like 'online', 'digital', 'Software' (software), or 'App' (app). The less common meaning 'Werkzeug' (tool) usually appears in the context of crafts, technology, or repairs.
Wir brauchen ein besseres Tool für unser Kundenmanagement.
We need a better tool for our customer management.
In a software context, 'Tool' is often combined with verbs like 'nutzen' (to use), 'verwenden' (to use), or 'einsetzen' (to employ/use). Typical adjectives are 'nützlich' (useful), 'praktisch' (practical), or 'leistungsstark' (powerful).
Dieses Analyse-Tool liefert uns sehr nützliche Daten.
This analysis tool provides us with very useful data.
program
Both Programm and Tool can refer to a computer application. Programm is the general term for software, while a Tool usually supports a specific task or function and is used especially in information technology. For a specialized helper function, „Tool“ is therefore often the more suitable word.
Für das schnelle Bearbeiten der Bilder benutze ich ein einfaches Tool.
I use a simple tool to edit the images quickly.
Ich öffne ein Programm, mit dem ich Texte schreiben und speichern kann.
I open a program that lets me write and save text.
