A2Vocabulary
Werk
work (of art, literature, music); factory, plant
In German
Werk
vɛʁk
Don't Get Confused!
Looks like
work
In English means: "activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result; a task or tasks to be undertaken"
Actually means
Werk
work (of art, literature, music); factory, plant
Memory TipA German 'Werk' is often a 'masterpiece' or an industrial 'plant', not just general 'work'. Think of a 'Werk' of art.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Das ist ein berühmtes Werk von Goethe.
That is a famous work by Goethe.
- 2
Das neue Werk produziert Elektroautos.
The new factory produces electric cars.
FAQ
How do you say "work (of art, literature, music); factory, plant" in German?
"work (of art, literature, music); factory, plant" in German is "Werk" (vɛʁk). Example: Das ist ein berühmtes Werk von Goethe..
