der Anleger
Translation
investor
Examples
Der Anleger investiert sein Geld in Aktien.
The investor invests his money in stocks.
Die Anleger hoffen auf hohe Renditen.
The investors are hoping for high returns.
Grammar Patterns
((Anleger)) [as subject] The investor does... Der Anleger kauft Aktien.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Investor; Antonyms: Schuldner (debtor)
Etymology
From the verb 'anlegen' (to invest), which is 'an-' (on) + 'legen' (to lay). An investor is someone who 'lays on' or applies their money to something.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'lays' ('legen') their money 'on' ('an') a company, hoping it grows.