internal combustion engine
Loading your saved state.
internal combustion engine
An engine that generates mechanical energy through the combustion of fuel inside a cylinder. This energy is used, for example, to power a vehicle.
Die meisten Autos fahren heute noch mit einem Verbrennungsmotor, aber Elektromotoren werden immer beliebter.
Most cars today still run on an internal combustion engine, but electric motors are becoming increasingly popular.
The word is composed of 'die Verbrennung' (combustion) and 'der Motor' (engine). The '-s-' in between is a linking sound that connects the two parts. Literally, then, it is an engine that works through combustion.
Die Erfindung des Verbrennungsmotors hat die Welt verändert.
The invention of the internal combustion engine changed the world.
In everyday conversations, especially in discussions about cars and the environment, the shortened form 'der Verbrenner' (combustion vehicle/engine) is often used. This form is more informal.
Die Regierung diskutiert über ein mögliches Verbot für neue Verbrenner ab 2035.
The government is discussing a possible ban on new combustion-engine vehicles from 2035.
Although it is a technical term, 'Verbrennungsmotor' (internal combustion engine) is frequently used in general language when talking about cars, mobility, and climate protection.
Mein altes Auto hat noch einen lauten Verbrennungsmotor.
My old car still has a loud internal combustion engine.
engine / motor
'der Motor' and 'der Verbrennungsmotor' both have to do with powering vehicles or devices. 'Motor' is the general umbrella term. It does not yet say how the machine gets its energy. 'Verbrennungsmotor' is more specific and means an engine that burns fuel, for example gasoline or diesel. The words can be confused because a 'Verbrennungsmotor' is always a 'Motor'. But if you want to show the difference from an electric motor or another technology, 'Verbrennungsmotor' is the more precise word.
Wegen der neuen Regeln interessieren sich viele Käufer weniger für Autos mit Verbrennungsmotor.
Because of the new rules, many buyers are less interested in cars with internal combustion engines.
Nach dem Unterricht erklären wir am Telefon, dass der Motor wieder läuft.
After class, we explain on the phone that the engine is running again.