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accessories
Additional parts or equipment that belong to a main product or can be bought for it in order to expand its function or use it.
Für die neue Kamera habe ich mir noch einiges an Zubehör gekauft, zum Beispiel ein Stativ und verschiedene Objektive.
I bought quite a bit of accessories for the new camera, for example a tripod and various lenses.
The word 'Zubehör' (accessories) is derived from the verb 'zugehören' (to belong to). So it literally describes the things that 'zu' (to) a main object 'gehören' (belong).
Dieses Teil gehört zum Motor.
This part belongs to the engine.
'Zubehör' (accessories) is a collective noun and is almost always used in the singular in German, even when talking about many different parts. A plural form 'Zubehöre' is extremely rare.
Das ganze Zubehör passt in diese kleine Tasche.
All the accessories fit in this small bag.
To show the connection, 'Zubehör' (accessories) is usually used with the preposition 'für' (for). This expresses what the parts belong to.
Ich brauche noch Zubehör für mein neues Fahrrad.
I still need accessories for my new bicycle.
material
'das Material' and 'das Zubehör' can both refer to things you need for something. 'Material' is general and can be anything you use for a piece of work, a course, or an activity. 'Zubehör' means additional parts that belong to a main product or make it more useful, for example a cable for a camera or a case for a phone. The words can be confused because both can refer to practical objects. If there is a main device or main product, 'Zubehör' often fits. If it is about work supplies or consumable items, 'Material' is more suitable.
Der Gast hat das Zubehör für seine Kamera im Hotel vergessen.
The guest forgot the accessories for his camera at the hotel.
In der Pause sortiert ihr das Material für den Antrag zu Hause.
During the break, you sort the material for the application at home.