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das Upgrade
upgrade
The updating or improvement of a product, especially software or hardware, to a newer, more powerful version.
example
Das Upgrade auf das neue Betriebssystem ist kostenlos.
The upgrade to the new operating system is free.
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Usage tips
Typical verbs
'Upgrade' is often combined with the verbs 'machen' (to do/make), 'durchführen' (to carry out), 'installieren' (to install, more for software), 'bekommen' (to get), or 'erhalten' (to receive, more for services).
EXAMPLE
Ich habe für mein Handy ein Software-Upgrade bekommen.
I got a software upgrade for my phone.
Important prepositions
The preposition 'auf' (+ accusative) is used to name the new, better version. The preposition 'für' (+ accusative) describes what is being improved.
EXAMPLE
Das Upgrade auf die neue Version ist kostenpflichtig.
The upgrade to the new version requires payment.
Context clue
You can easily recognize the meaning from context. If people are talking about computers, software, or phones, it means a technical update. If it's about flights, hotels, or tickets, it means an upgrade of the service.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Upgrade startet mein Computer viel schneller.
After the upgrade, my computer starts much faster.
Compare with
Upgrade vs Verbesserung
improvement / correction
'die Verbesserung' and 'das Upgrade' can both mean that something becomes better. 'Verbesserung' is the more general word and fits many areas, for example work, health, language, or technology. 'Upgrade' is used especially for technology, software, devices, or for a higher class of service, such as in a hotel or on a plane. When it is about a new, better version, 'Upgrade' sounds more natural. When you are simply saying in general that something has become better, 'Verbesserung' fits better.
Upgrade
Für das neue Programm braucht mein Laptop ein Upgrade.
My laptop needs an upgrade for the new program.
Verbesserung
Hast du eine Verbesserung bei deiner Aussprache bemerkt?
Have you noticed an improvement in your pronunciation?
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