der Pensionist
Translation
pensioner, retiree
Examples
Mein Nachbar ist seit kurzem Pensionist.
My neighbour recently became a pensioner.
Als Pensionist hat er viel Zeit für Hobbys.
As a pensioner, he has a lot of time for hobbies.
Grammar Patterns
to be a pensioner to be a pensioner My neighbour is a pensioner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rentner, Ruheständler; Antonyms: Arbeitnehmer, Berufstätiger
Etymology
From 'Pension' (pension) + '-ist' (suffix for a person). 'Pension' derives from Latin 'pensio' (payment).
Memory Tips
Think of someone who receives a 'pension'. The '-ist' suffix denotes a person, like 'artist' or 'tourist'. This term is more common in Austria/Switzerland than Germany.