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Lager

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解析 Lager in your Level:
At the A1 level, you should know 'Lager' primarily as a simple place where things are kept. Think of it as a 'big room for boxes'. You might encounter it in basic shopping contexts or simple stories. It is important to remember that it is 'das Lager' (neuter). At this stage, you don't need to worry about complex meanings like political factions or mechanical bearings. Just focus on the idea of a warehouse or a place to store toys or food. You might use it in sentences like 'Das Lager ist groß' (The warehouse is big) or 'Wo ist das Lager?' (Where is the warehouse?). It's a foundational word for understanding how goods move from a shop to your home. You should also learn that the plural is the same: 'ein Lager, zwei Lager'. This makes it easier to remember. Try to visualize a large room filled with shelves and boxes when you hear this word. It is a concrete noun that you can easily point to in a picture. Learning this word early helps you build a vocabulary related to buildings and locations.
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At the A2 level, you expand your understanding of 'Lager' to include the concept of 'stock' or 'inventory'. You will learn the very useful phrase 'auf Lager haben', which means 'to have in stock'. This is essential for basic interactions in shops or businesses. For example, 'Haben Sie das Handy auf Lager?' (Do you have the phone in stock?). You also start to see 'Lager' in the context of camping, such as 'Zeltlager' (tent camp) or 'Ferienlager' (holiday camp). This adds a social and recreational dimension to the word. You should also be comfortable using prepositions like 'im Lager' (in the warehouse) and 'ins Lager' (into the warehouse). Understanding the difference between these two—one for location and one for movement—is a key A2 grammar point. You might also encounter compound nouns like 'Lagerhaus' (warehouse building). At this level, 'Lager' becomes more than just a room; it becomes a part of daily logistical and recreational life. You are beginning to see how one German word can cover multiple English concepts like 'warehouse', 'stock', and 'camp'.
At the B1 level, you transition into more abstract and technical uses of 'Lager'. You will encounter 'Lager' in news reports, often as 'Flüchtlingslager' (refugee camp) or 'Auffanglager' (reception camp). This requires a more nuanced understanding of the word's social implications. You also learn about 'Lager' in a political sense, where it refers to an ideological group or faction, such as 'das bürgerliche Lager'. In a professional or vocational context, you might learn about 'Lagerhaltung' (warehousing/inventory management) or 'Lagerkosten' (storage costs). This is important if you are learning German for work. Furthermore, you might encounter the mechanical meaning: 'Kugellager' (ball bearing). Understanding that 'Lager' can be a part of a machine is a significant step up in your vocabulary. You should be able to discuss the pros and cons of different types of 'Lager' (camps or warehouses) and use more complex sentence structures. For example, 'Wegen der hohen Nachfrage ist das Produkt nicht mehr auf Lager' (Because of high demand, the product is no longer in stock). This level requires you to distinguish between the physical, abstract, and technical meanings based on context.
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At the B2 level, you should have a firm grasp of 'Lager' in all its common forms and be able to use it fluently in discussions about economics, politics, and history. You will understand the subtle differences between 'Lager', 'Depot', and 'Speicher'. In business German, you will discuss 'Just-in-time-Lieferung' versus 'Lagerhaltung' and the impact of 'Lagerbestände' on a company's liquidity. You can use the word metaphorically with ease, talking about 'Grabenkämpfe zwischen den politischen Lagern' (trench warfare between political camps). You are also aware of the historical weight of the word 'Konzentrationslager' and use it with the necessary sensitivity. Your ability to form and understand complex compound nouns is much higher now, including terms like 'Lagerkapazitätsoptimierung' (storage capacity optimization). You should be able to read technical manuals that mention 'Gleitlager' (plain bearings) or 'Wälzlager' (rolling-element bearings) and understand their function. At B2, 'Lager' is no longer just a vocabulary word; it is a tool for precise communication in specialized fields. You can explain the logistics of a supply chain or the ideological split in a society using this word and its various derivatives.
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At the C1 level, your understanding of 'Lager' is sophisticated and deeply rooted in cultural and historical context. You recognize the word in literature and high-level academic texts. You can discuss the sociological concept of 'Lagerbildung' (the formation of camps or factions) and its effects on social cohesion. You understand archaic or poetic uses of the word, such as 'das Lager bereiten' (to prepare a bed/resting place). Your use of idioms is natural, such as 'etwas auf Lager haben' not just for physical goods, but for jokes, stories, or arguments. For example, 'Er hat immer einen guten Spruch auf Lager' (He always has a good saying ready). You can navigate complex legal or economic texts that deal with 'Lagerrecht' (warehousing law) or 'Lagergeschäft'. Your pronunciation and use of the word in various cases, including the dative plural 'in den Lagern', are flawless. You are also sensitive to the nuances of 'Lager' in different German-speaking regions. At this level, you can appreciate how the word's etymology from 'liegen' connects all its diverse meanings—from a mechanical bearing where a shaft 'lies' to a political camp where people 'lie' or stand together in their beliefs.
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At the C2 level, you possess a near-native mastery of 'Lager' and can use it with extreme precision and stylistic variety. You can engage in deep philosophical or historical debates about 'Lagergesellschaften' (camp societies) and the ethics of temporary housing. You understand the most obscure technical applications in engineering and the most refined metaphorical uses in poetry. You can play with the word's multiple meanings for rhetorical effect. For instance, in a speech, you might contrast the 'materielle Lager' (material stock) of a nation with its 'geistige Lager' (intellectual camps). You are familiar with the history of the word's development from Old High German and its cognates in other Germanic languages. You can read and analyze dense academic papers on 'Lagerlogistik' or 'Lagerstättenkunde' (the study of mineral deposits). Your command of the word is such that you can use it in any register, from the most informal slang to the most formal academic or legal language, without hesitation. You understand the profound psychological impact of 'Lager' in the context of human history and can articulate these complexities with nuance and depth. The word 'Lager' is now a fully integrated part of your extensive German lexicon.
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Lager 30秒了解

  • Das Lager is a neuter noun meaning warehouse, stock, or camp.
  • It comes from the verb 'liegen' (to lie) and refers to a resting place.
  • In business, use 'auf Lager' to say something is in stock.
  • It also refers to mechanical bearings and political factions.

The German word Lager is a versatile noun that primarily refers to a place where things are kept, stored, or where people reside temporarily. At its core, the word stems from the verb liegen (to lie), suggesting a place where objects or bodies 'lie' or rest. In a modern commercial context, it is most frequently translated as warehouse, stock, or storeroom. When you walk into a large retail store and ask if they have an item in the back, you are asking about their Lager. However, the term expands far beyond logistics into the realms of nature, politics, and mechanics.

Commercial Usage
In business, it refers to the physical building (warehouse) and the inventory itself (stock). If a company has 'viel auf Lager,' they have plenty of items ready for sale.

Wir müssen die neuen Waren sofort ins Lager bringen, damit sie nicht im Regen stehen.

Beyond the warehouse, Lager describes a camp. This could be a Ferienlager (holiday camp for children), a Zeltlager (tent camp/campsite), or more somberly, a Flüchtlingslager (refugee camp). In these contexts, it denotes a temporary settlement. Historically and politically, the word is also used to describe ideological groups or factions. If two political parties are deeply divided, commentators might speak of the 'zwei feindlichen Lager' (two hostile camps), referring to the metaphorical ground they occupy.

Mechanical Context
In engineering, a 'Lager' is a bearing—a part that supports a moving component, such as a ball bearing (Kugellager). This relates back to the idea of a 'resting place' for a rotating shaft.

Das Lager der Maschine ist kaputt und muss dringend gefettet werden.

Finally, in nature and hunting, Lager refers to the bed or lair of a wild animal. A deer’s resting place in the tall grass is its Lager. This wide range of meanings makes it a high-frequency word that requires context to translate accurately. Whether you are discussing global supply chains, a weekend camping trip, or the internal mechanics of a car engine, you will encounter this essential German noun. It is a neuter noun (das Lager), and its plural remains the same (die Lager), which simplifies its use in various grammatical cases.

Using Lager correctly involves understanding its role as a location or a quantity. When referring to a warehouse, we often use the preposition in. Because a warehouse is a three-dimensional space, we use the dative case for location (im Lager) and the accusative case for movement (ins Lager). For example, 'Die Kisten stehen im Lager' (The boxes are in the warehouse) vs. 'Wir bringen die Kisten ins Lager' (We are bringing the boxes into the warehouse).

Abstract and Idiomatic Usage
When talking about inventory, the phrase 'auf Lager' is standard. 'Haben Sie dieses Modell auf Lager?' (Do you have this model in stock?). Here, 'auf' is used idiomatically rather than literally.

Der Händler sagte, er habe das Ersatzteil momentan nicht auf Lager.

In the context of camping or military encampments, the verb aufschlagen (to pitch/set up) is frequently paired with Lager. 'Wir haben unser Lager am Fluss aufgeschlagen' (We set up our camp by the river). This implies a temporary and purposeful establishment of a residence. If you are referring to a group of people with shared interests, you might say, 'Er gehört zum konservativen Lager' (He belongs to the conservative camp). This uses the word as a metaphorical container for ideology.

Plural Nuances
Since the plural form 'Lager' is identical to the singular, you must rely on the article (die Lager) or context to know if someone is talking about one warehouse or many.

Alle Lager des Unternehmens sind bereits vollständig ausgelastet.

Furthermore, in technical German, specifically in mechanics, you will see 'Lager' used with verbs like schmieren (to lubricate) or austauschen (to replace). 'Das Lager quietscht' (The bearing is squeaking). In this sense, it describes a functional part of a machine. Lastly, in the culinary world, particularly in brewing, 'Lager' refers to beer that has been 'lagered' or stored at cool temperatures to condition. While English speakers use 'Lager' as a specific beer type, in German, it still retains the literal sense of the 'storage' process that creates the beer.

You will hear Lager in a variety of everyday and professional environments. In a professional setting, especially in logistics, retail, or manufacturing, it is a constant presence. Warehouse workers, supply chain managers, and shop assistants use it to discuss inventory levels. If you are shopping at a hardware store like Bauhaus or Obi, you might hear over the intercom: 'Ein Mitarbeiter bitte zum Lager' (An employee to the warehouse, please).

In the Media
News broadcasts frequently use 'Lager' when discussing humanitarian issues. Terms like 'Flüchtlingslager' (refugee camp) or 'Auffanglager' (reception camp) are common in reports about global migration.

Die Situation im Lager hat sich nach den starken Regenfällen verschlechtert.

In political discourse, journalists use 'Lager' to describe the divide between different ideological groups. You might hear about the 'linke Lager' (left-wing camp) or the 'bürgerliche Lager' (middle-class/conservative camp). This usage is very common during election cycles when analysts discuss which 'Lager' has gained or lost votes. It helps simplify complex political landscapes into manageable categories for the audience.

Daily Life and Hobbies
If you are a fan of the outdoors, you will talk about your 'Nachtlager' (place to sleep for the night) or 'Lagerfeuer' (campfire). These words evoke a sense of adventure and community.

Nach der langen Wanderung haben wir uns ein gemütliches Lager im Wald gesucht.

In a more specialized sense, if you visit a car mechanic or a factory, the word will pop up in technical discussions about machinery. 'Kugellager' (ball bearings) are essential components in almost everything that rotates. Hearing the word in this context might sound different, as it is often followed by technical specifications or talk of wear and tear. Finally, in historical contexts, 'Lager' is used to refer to concentration camps (Konzentrationslager), a heavy and significant part of German history. This usage is strictly historical and formal, carrying immense weight and gravity that distinguishes it from a simple warehouse or a summer camp.

One of the most frequent mistakes English speakers make is confusing Lager with other types of storage. For instance, 'Lager' is not usually used for digital storage. If you want to talk about computer memory or hard drive space, you must use Speicher or Speicherplatz. Saying 'Ich habe kein Lager mehr auf meinem Handy' is incorrect and would confuse a native speaker. You should say 'Ich habe keinen Speicherplatz mehr.'

Preposition Errors
Learners often struggle with 'auf Lager' vs 'im Lager'. Use 'auf' when talking about the state of being in stock (inventory) and 'im' when talking about the physical location (the room/building).

Falsch: Das Buch ist im Lager (when you mean it's available for purchase). Richtig: Das Buch ist auf Lager.

Another mistake involves the plural. Since 'Lager' (singular) and 'Lager' (plural) look exactly the same, learners sometimes try to add an '-e' or '-en' ending (like 'Lagere' or 'Lagern'). Remember that the plural is only visible through the article 'die' or the context of the sentence. The only time you see 'Lagern' is in the dative plural case: 'In den Lagern der Armee' (In the camps of the army).

Gender Confusion
Some learners mistake the gender and say 'der Lager' or 'die Lager' (singular). It is always 'das Lager'. Using the wrong article can lead to confusion in more complex sentences.

Falsch: Der Lager ist groß. Richtig: Das Lager ist groß.

Finally, be careful with the word 'Lager' when talking about beer. In English, 'lager' is a specific noun for a type of beer. In German, if you want to order that type of beer, you usually ask for a 'Helles' or a 'Pils', depending on the region. While 'Lagerbier' exists as a technical term for bottom-fermented beer, just saying 'Ein Lager, bitte' might result in a confused look from a waiter, as it sounds like you are ordering a warehouse!

German has several words that overlap with Lager, and choosing the right one depends on the specific context. If you are talking about a place where goods are stored for a long time or in a very organized way, you might use Depot. This is often used for bus or train depots, or for financial accounts where stocks are kept (Wertpapierdepot).

Lager vs. Speicher
'Speicher' usually refers to digital storage (hard drives) or physical storage for bulk goods like grain (Getreidespeicher). It is also the word for an attic (Dachspeicher).

Wir lagern das Getreide im Speicher, aber die verpackten Waren im Lager.

For a smaller, more domestic storage room, Abstellraum or Vorratskammer (pantry) is more appropriate. You wouldn't call the small closet where you keep your vacuum cleaner a 'Lager'. If you are referring to a large, industrial building specifically designed for storage, Lagerhalle is a more precise term than just 'Lager'.

Lager vs. Magazin
'Magazin' can mean a magazine (periodical), but in older or military German, it also means a storehouse or a magazine for ammunition. In modern logistics, 'Lager' has largely replaced it.

Die Soldaten holten die Munition aus dem Magazin.

When discussing inventory levels specifically, you might use Bestand (stock/inventory level). While 'Lager' is the place or the general stock, 'Bestand' is the countable amount. For example, 'Der Lagerbestand ist niedrig' (The inventory level is low). If you are talking about a political group, Fraktion or Flügel (wing) are alternatives. 'Der linke Flügel der Partei' (The left wing of the party) is more specific than 'das linke Lager'. Understanding these nuances helps you sound more like a native speaker and ensures you are using the most accurate word for your specific situation.

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The English word 'lager' (beer) comes directly from this German word because the beer is stored (lagered) in cool cellars to age.

发音指南

UK /ˈlaːɡə/
US /ˈlɑːɡər/
The stress is on the first syllable: LA-ger.
押韵词
Mager (lean) Nager (rodent) Frager (asker) Schlager (hit song) Trager (carrier - rare) Versager (failure) Wager (darer - rare) Zager (hesitant person - rare)
常见错误
  • Pronouncing the 'g' as a 'j' (like in 'giant'). It must be a hard 'g' like in 'go'.
  • Making the 'a' too short (like in 'cat'). It should be long and open.
  • Over-pronouncing the final 'r'. In standard German, the '-er' sounds like a soft 'a'.
  • Confusing the pronunciation with the English word 'lager' (beer), which is similar but often has a different 'a' sound.
  • Stress on the second syllable.

难度评级

阅读 2/5

Easy to recognize in most contexts due to its frequency.

写作 2/5

Simple spelling, but plural can be tricky for beginners.

口语 3/5

Requires correct 'g' and 'a' pronunciation.

听力 2/5

Clear sound, usually easy to distinguish.

接下来学什么

前置知识

liegen Haus Feuer Platz

接下来学习

Bestand Logistik Vorrat Speicher

高级

Lagerstätte Lagerumschlagshäufigkeit Gleitlager

需要掌握的语法

Neuter nouns ending in -er

Das Lager (singular) -> Die Lager (plural). No change in ending.

Two-way prepositions (Wechselpräpositionen)

Im Lager (Dative - location) vs. Ins Lager (Accusative - direction).

Compound nouns

Lager + Feuer = Lagerfeuer. The gender is determined by the last word (das Feuer).

Dative Plural -n

In den Lagern (adds -n to the plural form in dative).

Genitive ending -s

Die Größe des Lagers (adds -s for neuter genitive).

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按水平分级的例句

1

Das Lager ist hier.

The warehouse is here.

Simple subject-verb-adverb structure.

2

Ist das Lager groß?

Is the warehouse big?

Question form with 'ist'.

3

Ich sehe ein Lager.

I see a warehouse.

Direct object in the accusative case (ein Lager).

4

Das Lager hat viele Boxen.

The warehouse has many boxes.

Simple present tense with 'haben'.

5

Wo ist mein Lager?

Where is my warehouse?

Possessive pronoun 'mein' with a neuter noun.

6

Das Lager ist alt.

The warehouse is old.

Adjective 'alt' used predicatively.

7

Wir gehen zum Lager.

We are going to the warehouse.

Preposition 'zu' + dative (zu + dem = zum).

8

Hier sind zwei Lager.

Here are two warehouses.

Plural form 'Lager' is the same as singular.

1

Haben Sie das auf Lager?

Do you have that in stock?

Idiomatic phrase 'auf Lager'.

2

Die Ware liegt im Lager.

The goods are in the warehouse.

Dative case for location (im = in dem).

3

Wir fahren ins Ferienlager.

We are going to the summer camp.

Accusative case for movement (ins = in das).

4

Das Lager ist voll mit Essen.

The warehouse is full of food.

Preposition 'mit' + dative.

5

Er arbeitet im Lager.

He works in the warehouse.

Dative case for place of work.

6

Können Sie das Lager aufräumen?

Can you tidy up the warehouse?

Modal verb 'können' with infinitive 'aufräumen'.

7

Das Lagerfeuer ist warm.

The campfire is warm.

Compound noun: Lager + Feuer.

8

Wir brauchen ein neues Lager.

We need a new warehouse.

Accusative case with adjective 'neues'.

1

Das Kugellager der Maschine ist defekt.

The machine's ball bearing is defective.

Technical compound noun 'Kugellager'.

2

Die Opposition gehört zum anderen Lager.

The opposition belongs to the other camp.

Metaphorical use for political factions.

3

Wir müssen die Lagerkosten senken.

We must reduce the storage costs.

Compound noun 'Lagerkosten'.

4

Das Flüchtlingslager wird vom Roten Kreuz betreut.

The refugee camp is managed by the Red Cross.

Passive voice with 'wird... betreut'.

5

Er hat immer einen Witz auf Lager.

He always has a joke ready.

Idiomatic use of 'auf Lager haben' for non-physical things.

6

Die Tiere suchen sich ein Lager für die Nacht.

The animals look for a place to sleep for the night.

Reflexive verb 'sich suchen'.

7

Das Lager war gut bewacht.

The camp was well guarded.

Past tense 'war' with participle 'bewacht'.

8

Wir haben die Bestände im Lager geprüft.

We checked the stock in the warehouse.

Present perfect tense.

1

Die Lagerhaltung ist ein wichtiger Teil der Logistik.

Warehousing is an important part of logistics.

Noun 'Lagerhaltung' (warehousing/storage).

2

Beide politischen Lager konnten sich nicht einigen.

Both political camps could not reach an agreement.

Plural dative after 'beiden'.

3

Das Lager muss regelmäßig gefettet werden.

The bearing must be greased regularly.

Passive with modal 'muss... werden'.

4

Durch die Krise sind die Lagerbestände gewachsen.

Due to the crisis, inventory levels have grown.

Compound noun 'Lagerbestände'.

5

Sie haben ihr Lager mitten im Wald aufgeschlagen.

They set up their camp in the middle of the forest.

Idiomatic phrase 'Lager aufschlagen'.

6

Das Unternehmen lagert seine Produktion aus.

The company is outsourcing its production.

Separable verb 'auslagern'.

7

Es gibt tiefe Gräben zwischen den Lagern.

There are deep divides between the camps.

Metaphorical 'Gräben' (trenches).

8

Das Bier muss drei Monate im Lager reifen.

The beer must age in storage for three months.

Brewing context.

1

Die Lagerbildung innerhalb der Gesellschaft ist besorgniserregend.

The formation of factions within society is worrying.

Noun 'Lagerbildung'.

2

Er bereitete ihr ein weiches Lager aus Moos.

He prepared a soft bed of moss for her.

Archaic/poetic use for 'bed'.

3

Die Just-in-time-Strategie minimiert das Risiko hoher Lagerbestände.

The just-in-time strategy minimizes the risk of high inventory levels.

Economic terminology.

4

Die historische Aufarbeitung der Lager ist unerlässlich.

The historical processing of the camps is essential.

Referring to concentration camps with sensitivity.

5

Das Radlager muss aufgrund von Verschleiß ersetzt werden.

The wheel bearing must be replaced due to wear and tear.

Technical genitive 'von Verschleiß'.

6

In seinem Vortrag griff er auf ein reiches Lager an Beispielen zurück.

In his lecture, he drew on a rich store of examples.

Metaphorical 'store' of information.

7

Die feindlichen Lager standen sich unversöhnlich gegenüber.

The hostile camps faced each other irreconcilably.

Adverb 'unversöhnlich'.

8

Das Lagergeschäft unterliegt strengen gesetzlichen Vorschriften.

The warehousing business is subject to strict legal regulations.

Legal/Business German.

1

Die Phänomenologie des Lagers beschreibt den Raum der Ausnahme.

The phenomenology of the camp describes the space of exception.

Philosophical terminology.

2

Er verfügte über ein schier unerschöpfliches Lager an Anekdoten.

He had an almost inexhaustible store of anecdotes at his disposal.

Elevated vocabulary 'schier unerschöpflich'.

3

Die Lagerstätten von Seltenen Erden sind geopolitisch umkämpft.

The deposits of rare earths are geopolitically contested.

Geological term 'Lagerstätten'.

4

Das Lagerdenken verhindert oft einen konstruktiven Dialog.

Camp-based thinking often prevents constructive dialogue.

Abstract noun 'Lagerdenken'.

5

In der Lyrik wird das Lager oft als Ort der Ruhe und des Todes zugleich gezeichnet.

In poetry, the 'Lager' is often depicted as a place of both rest and death.

Literary analysis.

6

Die Optimierung der Lagerumschlagshäufigkeit ist für den Handel essenziell.

Optimizing inventory turnover is essential for retail.

High-level economic term.

7

Das Lager der Welle war so präzise gefertigt, dass keinerlei Reibung entstand.

The shaft's bearing was so precisely manufactured that no friction occurred.

Precise technical description.

8

Trotz der Divergenz der Lager gab es Schnittmengen in der Sachpolitik.

Despite the divergence of the camps, there were areas of overlap in policy.

Academic political science register.

常见搭配

auf Lager haben
ins Lager bringen
ein Lager aufschlagen
Lager auffüllen
politisches Lager
im Lager arbeiten
Lager räumen
Kugellager austauschen
Lager verwalten
Lagerfeuer machen

常用短语

etwas auf Lager haben

— To have something in stock or to have a joke/story ready.

Er hat immer einen guten Witz auf Lager.

das Lager räumen

— To empty the warehouse, often during a sale.

Wir räumen unser Lager – alles muss raus!

zwischen den Lagern

— To be between two ideological groups or factions.

Sie steht mit ihrer Meinung zwischen den Lagern.

sein Lager aufschlagen

— To set up camp or settle in a place temporarily.

Die Wanderer schlugen ihr Lager am See auf.

ab Lager lieferbar

— Available for immediate delivery from stock.

Die Ware ist sofort ab Lager lieferbar.

ins Lager gehen

— To go into the warehouse (physical movement).

Ich gehe kurz ins Lager und schaue nach.

das Lager hüten

— To stay at home or in bed (often when sick).

Ich muss heute leider das Lager hüten, ich habe Fieber.

Lagerkoller bekommen

— To get cabin fever from being stuck in one place too long.

Nach drei Tagen Regen im Zelt bekamen wir Lagerkoller.

ein weiches Lager

— A soft bed or place to sleep.

Sie bereitete dem Gast ein weiches Lager.

Lagerhaltung betreiben

— To manage inventory levels professionally.

Die Firma betreibt eine effiziente Lagerhaltung.

容易混淆的词

Lager vs Speicher

Speicher is for digital data or bulk grain; Lager is for general goods or camps.

Lager vs Lage

Lage means situation or location; Lager means warehouse or camp.

Lager vs Depot

Depot is often for vehicles (bus depot) or financial stocks.

习语与表达

"etwas auf Lager haben"

— To be prepared with something (a joke, a trick, or stock).

Was hast du heute wieder für Ausreden auf Lager?

Informal
"das Lager hüten"

— To stay in bed due to illness.

Mit dieser Grippe wirst du wohl eine Woche das Lager hüten müssen.

Neutral
"Lagerkoller"

— Cabin fever; irritability from being confined.

In der Quarantäne bekamen viele Menschen Lagerkoller.

Informal
"in zwei Lager gespalten sein"

— To be deeply divided into two opposing groups.

Die Stadt ist in zwei Lager gespalten.

Journalistic
"sein Lager aufschlagen"

— To settle down somewhere (literally or metaphorically).

Die Firma hat ihr neues Lager in Berlin aufgeschlagen.

Neutral
"auf Lager liegen"

— To be sitting in storage, unused.

Das Geld liegt nutzlos auf Lager.

Neutral
"aus dem Lager der..."

— Coming from the side/group of...

Kritik kam vor allem aus dem Lager der Umweltschützer.

Journalistic
"ein Nachtlager suchen"

— To look for a place to sleep for the night.

Die Pilger suchten ein Nachtlager im Kloster.

Neutral
"Lagerfeuerromantik"

— The cozy feeling of sitting around a campfire.

Wir genossen die Lagerfeuerromantik unter den Sternen.

Informal
"Lagerhaltungskosten"

— The metaphorical cost of keeping something (like an idea) ready.

Die geistigen Lagerhaltungskosten für diesen Plan sind zu hoch.

Academic/Metaphorical

容易混淆

Lager vs Speicher

Both mean 'storage'.

Speicher is used for digital memory or grain silos. Lager is for physical products or human habitation.

Mein Handy-Speicher ist voll, aber das Lager der Firma ist leer.

Lager vs Lage

Similar spelling.

Lage is 'situation' or 'position'. Lager is 'warehouse' or 'camp'.

Die Lage im Lager ist schwierig.

Lager vs Zelt

Both relate to camping.

Zelt is the individual tent; Lager is the entire campsite or camp organization.

Mein Zelt steht im Lager.

Lager vs Bestand

Both relate to stock.

Bestand is the quantitative level of inventory; Lager is the place or the general stock.

Der Bestand im Lager wird geprüft.

Lager vs Magazin

Older meaning is 'storage'.

Magazin now usually means a periodical (magazine) or a weapons part.

Ich lese ein Magazin im Lager.

句型

A1

Das [Noun] ist [Adjective].

Das Lager ist voll.

A2

Haben Sie [Noun] auf Lager?

Haben Sie Brot auf Lager?

B1

Wir bringen [Noun] ins Lager.

Wir bringen die Pakete ins Lager.

B2

Wegen [Genitive] ist das Lager [Adjective].

Wegen des Streiks ist das Lager leer.

C1

Die [Noun] zwischen den Lagern ist [Adjective].

Die Spannung zwischen den Lagern ist spürbar.

C2

Das Lager dient als [Noun].

Das Lager dient als Metapher für die Isolation.

A2

Ich gehe zum [Noun].

Ich gehe zum Lager.

B1

Das [Compound Noun] ist kaputt.

Das Kugellager ist kaputt.

词族

名词

Lagerhaus
Lagerbestand
Lagerhalle
Lagerung
Lagerist
Lagerfeuer
Kugellager
Ferienlager
Zeltlager
Flüchtlingslager

动词

lagern
einlagern
auslagern
umlagern
zwischenlagern
belagern

形容词

lagerfähig
lagernd
ausgelagert
eingelagert

相关

liegen
Lage
Liege
belagern
Belagerung
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如何使用

frequency

Very common in daily life, business, and news.

常见错误
  • Using 'Lager' for phone storage. → Speicher

    Lager is for physical goods or camps. Digital storage is always 'Speicher'.

  • Saying 'die Lagern' for plural. → die Lager

    The plural of 'Lager' does not take an -n unless it is in the dative case.

  • Using 'der Lager'. → das Lager

    Lager is a neuter noun. Using the wrong gender affects all following adjectives and articles.

  • Confusing 'Lager' with 'Lage'. → Lager (for warehouse), Lage (for situation).

    These words look similar but have completely different meanings.

  • Saying 'im Lager' when meaning 'in stock'. → auf Lager

    While 'im Lager' is grammatically correct for location, 'auf Lager' is the standard idiom for inventory availability.

小贴士

Plural Mastery

Remember that 'Lager' doesn't change in the plural. Only the article changes from 'das' to 'die'. This is common for neuter nouns ending in -er.

Stock vs. Place

Differentiate between 'auf Lager' (available in stock) and 'im Lager' (inside the storage building). This prevents confusion in business settings.

Historical Awareness

Be mindful of the word's weight in German history. While 'Lager' is common, 'KZ' is the specific term for concentration camps.

Jokes and Stories

Use 'etwas auf Lager haben' when talking about someone who always has a funny story or a clever comeback ready.

Engineering Terms

If you are in a technical field, learn compound words like 'Kugellager' or 'Gleitlager' early on.

Camping Fun

'Lager' is the root for many fun outdoor words. 'Lagerfeuer' and 'Nachtlager' are great for describing trips.

Political Camps

When reading the news, 'Lager' will help you identify which side of an argument a group belongs to.

The Hard G

Make sure the 'g' in Lager is hard like in 'garden'. A soft 'g' will sound like English and might be misunderstood.

Visual Cues

Visualize boxes in a warehouse to remember the primary meaning, but also a tent to remember the 'camp' meaning.

Compound Power

German loves compounds. Combine 'Lager' with other nouns to expand your vocabulary quickly (e.g., Lagerhalle, Lagerplatz).

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of a 'Lager' as a place where things 'lie' (liegen) around until they are needed.

视觉联想

Imagine a giant 'L' shaped warehouse filled with boxes and a campfire (Lagerfeuer) in the middle.

Word Web

Warehouse Stock Camp Bearing Bed Faction Beer Inventory

挑战

Try to use 'Lager' in three different ways today: one for storage, one for camping, and one for stock.

词源

From Middle High German 'leger', from Old High German 'legar', meaning 'a place where one lies down'. It is closely related to the verb 'liegen' (to lie).

原始含义： A bed or a place to rest.

Germanic

文化背景

Always use the full term 'Konzentrationslager' or 'KZ' when referring to the Holocaust to avoid any ambiguity or perceived trivialization.

English speakers use 'lager' specifically for beer, whereas Germans use it for the place and the process.

The term 'Lagerkoller' is a common cultural trope in German films about isolation. Historical documents regarding 'DP-Lager' (Displaced Persons camps) after WWII. The 'Lagerfeuer' scene in many German children's books.

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真实语境

Retail/Shopping

  • Ist das auf Lager?
  • Wann kommt die neue Lieferung ins Lager?
  • Wir haben das leider nicht mehr auf Lager.
  • Können Sie im Lager nachsehen?

Camping/Nature

  • Wir schlagen unser Lager hier auf.
  • Wer macht das Lagerfeuer?
  • Das Zeltlager war toll.
  • Wir suchen ein trockenes Lager.

Politics

  • Das linke Lager ist sich uneinig.
  • Es gibt Streit zwischen den Lagern.
  • Er wechselte ins andere Lager.
  • Die Spaltung der Lager.

Mechanical/Technical

  • Das Lager muss geölt werden.
  • Das Kugellager ist kaputt.
  • Wir brauchen ein neues Radlager.
  • Die Welle läuft im Lager.

Logistics/Work

  • Ich arbeite als Lagerist.
  • Das Lager ist voll belegt.
  • Wir müssen das Lager inventarisieren.
  • Die Lagerkosten steigen.

对话开场白

"Arbeitest du lieber im Büro oder im Lager?"

"Warst du als Kind mal in einem Ferienlager?"

"Was hast du heute für lustige Geschichten auf Lager?"

"Glaubst du, dass Online-Shops zu große Lager haben?"

"Wie wichtig ist ein Lagerfeuer für einen guten Camping-Trip?"

日记主题

Beschreibe einen Tag, an dem du in einem Lager gearbeitet hast oder hättest arbeiten müssen.

Was bedeutet das Wort 'Lager' für dich im Zusammenhang mit deiner Kindheit?

Denke über die politische Spaltung in deinem Land nach. Welche 'Lager' gibt es dort?

Warum ist die Lagerhaltung für moderne Firmen so schwierig geworden?

Erzähle eine Geschichte über ein Abenteuer in einem Zeltlager.

常见问题

10 个问题

No, it can also mean stock, a camp (like a summer camp), a mechanical bearing, or a political faction. Context is key.

The most common way is 'auf Lager'. For example: 'Wir haben das Produkt auf Lager.'

No, for computer memory or hard drive space, you must use 'Speicher' or 'Speicherplatz'.

It is a campfire. 'Lager' (camp) + 'Feuer' (fire).

No, the singular and plural are the same: 'das Lager' (singular) and 'die Lager' (plural).

Use 'im Lager' (dative) for location: 'Ich bin im Lager.' Use 'ins Lager' (accusative) for movement: 'Ich gehe ins Lager.'

It means 'cabin fever'—the feeling of being annoyed or crazy because you've been stuck in one place for too long.

Yes, but usually in a poetic, archaic, or animal context (e.g., a deer's bed).

It is a ball bearing, a mechanical part that helps things rotate smoothly.

It can, especially in historical contexts like 'Konzentrationslager' or when talking about divided political 'Lager'.

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writing

Write a sentence using 'auf Lager'.

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Translate: 'We are going to the summer camp.'

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Describe a 'Lagerhalle' in one sentence.

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Use 'Lager' in a political context.

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Explain 'Lagerkoller' in German.

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Pronounce 'das Lager' correctly.

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Ask a shopkeeper if they have a shirt in stock.

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Say you are going into the warehouse.

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Explain that a bearing is broken.

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Invite someone to a campfire.

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Listen to: 'Wir haben das nicht mehr auf Lager.' What is the meaning?

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Listen to: 'Das Lager ist im Keller.' Where is the warehouse?

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Listen to: 'Die Lager sind leer.' Is it singular or plural?

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Listen to: 'Wir brauchen ein neues Kugellager.' What do they need?

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Listen to: 'Das Flüchtlingslager ist groß.' What kind of camp is it?

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Translate: 'The campfire is beautiful.'

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Write: 'He works in a large warehouse.'

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Say: 'I am looking for the warehouse.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Wir müssen das Lager räumen.' What are they doing?

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Translate: 'The inventory level is low.'

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Ask: 'Do you have this in stock?'

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listening

Listen to: 'Das Lager quietscht.' What is squeaking?

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Write: 'The boxes are in the warehouse.'

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Say: 'I work in the warehouse.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Es gibt zwei feindliche Lager.' How many camps are there?

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writing

Translate: 'We need more storage space.'

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speaking

Say: 'The campfire is out.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Wir haben ein neues Lagerhaus gebaut.' What did they build?

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Write: 'The company has many warehouses.'

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speaking

Ask: 'Where is the nearest warehouse?'

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listening

Listen to: 'Ich habe einen Plan auf Lager.' What does the speaker have?

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writing

Translate: 'The political camps are fighting.'

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speaking

Say: 'We need to check the stock.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Das Lagerfeuer raucht sehr.' What is the campfire doing?

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writing

Write: 'I am sitting at the campfire.'

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speaking

Say: 'The warehouse is open.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Wir haben alles auf Lager.' What does the speaker mean?

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writing

Translate: 'The ball bearing is new.'

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speaking

Say: 'We are setting up our camp here.'

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Listen to: 'Das Lager ist gut bewacht.' Is the camp safe?

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writing

Write: 'The warehouse is cold.'

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speaking

Say: 'The stock is low.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Wir brauchen mehr Platz im Lager.' What do they need?

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writing

Translate: 'The warehouse is near the station.'

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speaking

Say: 'We are tidying the warehouse.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Das Lager ist abgeschlossen.' Is it open?

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Write: 'The warehouse is large and modern.'

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speaking

Say: 'The bearing needs oil.'

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listening

Listen to: 'Wir haben ein Lager am Fluss.' Where is the camp?

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writing

Translate: 'The warehouse is full of boxes.'

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speaking

Say: 'I am going to the warehouse now.'

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Listen to: 'Das Lager ist leer.' What is the state of the warehouse?

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Write: 'The warehouse is far away.'

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speaking

Say: 'The campfire is big.'

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Listen to: 'Wir brauchen ein Lager.' What do they need?

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