der Philharmoniker
Translation
philharmonic musician, member of a philharmonic orchestra
Examples
Er ist Geiger bei den Wiener Philharmonikern.
He is a violinist with the Vienna Philharmonic.
Ein Philharmoniker muss täglich üben.
A philharmonic musician must practise daily.
Grammar Patterns
((Noun)) as a profession Being a philharmonic musician requires a lot of discipline.
Similar Words
Musiker (musician), Orchestermitglied (orchestra member)
Etymology
From Greek 'philos' (loving) and 'harmonia' (harmony). Literally 'a lover of harmony'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Phil-' means love (like in philosophy) and 'Harmoniker' relates to harmony. A musician who loves harmony.