der Ratgeber
Translation
guidebook, manual, advisor, counsellor
Examples
Dieser Ratgeber für Gartenarbeit ist sehr hilfreich.
This gardening guidebook is very helpful.
Mein Vater ist mein bester Ratgeber.
My father is my best advisor.
Grammar Patterns
a guidebook ((for sth.)) a guidebook for sth. This is a guidebook for young parents.
an advisor ((in sth.)) an advisor in sth. He is a good advisor in financial matters.
Similar Words
Handbuch (manual), Anleitung (instructions); Berater (consultant, advisor)
Etymology
From 'Rat' (advice, counsel) + 'Geber' (giver). Literally, an 'advice-giver'.
Memory Tips
A 'Ratgeber' can be a person who gives advice ('Rat geben') or a book that does the same, like a guidebook.