der Kläger
Translation
plaintiff, complainant, accuser
Examples
Der Kläger fordert Schadensersatz.
The plaintiff is demanding damages.
Der Anwalt vertritt den Kläger vor Gericht.
The lawyer represents the plaintiff in court.
Grammar Patterns
((the plaintiff)) the plaintiff The plaintiff won the case.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Ankläger; Antonyms: Beklagter
Etymology
From the verb 'klagen' (to complain, to sue). The '-er' suffix denotes a person performing the action.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'klagt' (complains/sues) in court.