gear

• Substantiv, das ein mechanisches Bauteil bezeichnet, meist ein Zahnrad, das Bewegung oder Drehmoment zwischen Maschinenteilen überträgt; im weiteren Sinne auch für Ausrüstung, Geräte oder Vorrichtungen verwendet.

A noun referring to a mechanical component, typically a toothed wheel, that transmits motion or torque between machine parts; also used more broadly for equipment or apparatus.

1. Mechanical componentB1formaltechnical

   A toothed wheel that engages with another toothed mechanism to transmit motion or change speed.

   Zahnrad

   • The mechanic replaced the broken gear in the engine.
   • Bicycles have multiple gears for different terrains.
   • The gears in the clock must be perfectly aligned.

   Synonymecogcogwheelsprockettoothed wheel

2. Equipment or clothingA2informal

   Specialized equipment, clothing, or accessories used for a particular activity.

   Ausrüstung

   • Don't forget to pack your hiking gear for the trip.
   • She bought new camping gear for the weekend.
   • The football team wore their protective gear during practice.

   Synonymeapparatusequipmentkitoutfitparaphernaliastufftackle

3. Speed or paceB2informal

   A particular level of speed, effort, or intensity in an activity.

   Tempo

   • He shifted into high gear to finish the project on time.
   • The team kicked into gear after the halftime break.
   • She moved into top gear to complete the marathon.

   Synonymeintensitypaceratespeedtempo

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, etwas für einen bestimmten Zweck vorzubereiten, einzurichten oder auszustatten. Es steht auch für das Anpassen oder Ausrichten auf eine bestimmte Situation oder Zielsetzung.

A verb used to indicate the act of preparing, adjusting, or equipping something for a particular purpose or situation.

1. B2formal

   To prepare or adjust something for a particular purpose or situation.

   Ausrichten

   • The course is geared towards beginners.
   • We need to gear our strategy to meet the new demands.
   • The company geared its production for the holiday season.

   Synonymeadaptadjustaimattuneequipfitorientprepareregulatetailor

2. Equip or outfitB2informal

   To provide with necessary equipment or gear.

   Ausrüsten

   • They geared up for the long hike with proper boots and backpacks.
   • The team geared themselves with the latest technology.
   • He geared his car with new tires for the winter.

   Synonymeappointarmequipfit outfurnishkit outoutfitrigsupply

   Antonymedisarmdisrobestripunclotheunfit

Phrasal-Variantengear up