This is the 1713th most frequent German word.
ersatz
"Substitute" or "replacement," often implying inferior quality.
In this sentence, 'Ersatz' refers to 'replacement' or 'substitute', which is a noun meaning something that takes the place of another.
Der Ersatz für das kaputte Teil wurde schnell geliefert.
The replacement for the broken part was delivered quickly.
Here, 'Ersatz' is used to describe a replacement for the cake, emphasizing its role as an alternative.
Wir suchen einen Ersatz für den Kuchen, da jemand eine Allergie hat.
We are looking for a substitute for the cake, as someone has an allergy.
In this context, 'Ersatz' refers to a substitute player in a team, highlighting its use as a replacement in a specific situation.