No. 3,353 in German
hacker
"Hacker" in German refers to a person skilled in computers and technology, often manipulating systems, sometimes illegally.
In a sentence
Der Hacker hat eine Sicherheitslücke in der Software gefunden.
The hacker found a security hole in the software.
In this sentence, 'Hacker' is used to describe an individual skilled in computing who can identify vulnerabilities in software.
Sie nahm einen Hacker, um das Holz für das Feuer zu spalten.
She took a hatchet to split the wood for the fire.
Here, 'Hacker' is contextually referring to a tool used for cutting wood, demonstrating a different usage based on context.
Er ist ein Hacker im Garten, pflanzt Gemüse und zieht Blumen.
He is a hacker in the garden, planting vegetables and growing flowers.
In this case, 'Hacker' metaphorically describes an individual working hands-on with gardening, using 'hacker' to signify practical involvement.
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