der Prüfer
Translation
examiner, auditor, inspector, tester
Examples
Der Prüfer stellt schwierige Fragen.
The examiner asks difficult questions.
Ein externer Prüfer kontrolliert die Firma.
An external auditor checks the company.
Grammar Patterns
to work/be active ((as an examiner)) Er arbeitet als Prüfer beim TÜV.
Similar Words
Kontrolleur (controller), Inspektor (inspector), Gutachter (expert witness)
Etymology
From the verb 'prüfen' (to test, to examine) plus the agent suffix '-er', denoting a person who performs the action.
Memory Tips
A 'Prüfer' is a person who 'prüft' (tests/examines). Link the noun directly to the verb.