Cloudspeicher

cloud storage

noun KLOWT-shpay-kher Rare

Origin: partly from English 'cloud'

Usage Note

Cloudspeicher refers to online cloud-based storage services such as iCloud, Google Drive, or Dropbox. Dateien im Cloudspeicher ablegen (store files in cloud storage) has become routine for both personal and business use.

Examples

"Ich sichere alle meine Fotos automatisch im Cloudspeicher."

Natural Translation

I automatically back up all my photos to cloud storage.

Literal Translation

I back up all my photos automatically in the cloud storage.

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