Selbermachen
DIY
making things yourself
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What's the difference between Selbermachen / Eigenarbeit / Eigenleistung
Practical DIY work, especially repairs, building, or home improvement.
Er verbringt seine Wochenenden oft mit Heimwerken in der Garage.
Он часто проводит выходные, занимаясь домашним ремонтом в гараже.
Neutral word for work done by oneself, without emphasizing hobby or creativity.
Die Renovierung des Zimmers war fast reine Eigenarbeit.
Ремонт комнаты был почти полностью выполнен своими силами.
Often used in practical or formal contexts: your own contribution of labor instead of hiring others.
Bei dem Umbau des Hauses erbrachte die Familie viel Eigenleistung.
При перестройке дома семья внесла большой собственный труд.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.

В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.

В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce Selbermachen and what this word means
Selbermachen translation: DIY. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce Selbermachen
[ˈzɛlbɐˌmaxn̩]
Selbermachen translation
DIY
Selbermachen transcription
[ˈzɛlbɐˌmaxn̩]
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Selbermachen meaning: what does it mean?
selbst etwas herstellen oder reparieren
Selbermachen pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
Selbermachen is pronounced as [ˈzɛlbɐˌmaxn̩]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
Is Selbermachen part of Hobbies and Interests vocabulary?
Yes, Selbermachen (DIY) can be learned in the Hobbies and Interests topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is Selbermachen part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, Selbermachen (DIY) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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