der Makler
Translation
broker, agent, realtor, middleman
Examples
Der Makler verkauft Häuser und Wohnungen.
The realtor sells houses and apartments.
Wir haben einen Makler für den Verkauf beauftragt.
We hired a broker for the sale.
Grammar Patterns
to work ((as a broker)) He works as a broker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vermittler (mediator), Agent (agent)
Etymology
From Middle Low German 'makeler', related to 'maken' (to make). A 'Makler' is someone who 'makes' a deal happen.
Memory Tips
Think of a deal 'maker'. The English word 'make' is a cognate, helping you remember that a Makler makes deals.