der Republikaner
Translation
Republican
Examples
Er ist ein überzeugter Republikaner.
He is a staunch Republican.
Die Republikaner haben die Wahl gewonnen.
The Republicans won the election.
Grammar Patterns
to be a Republican Er ist ein überzeugter Republikaner.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Konservativer (conservative); Antonyms: Demokrat (Democrat), Monarchist (monarchist)
Etymology
From 'Republik' (republic) + the suffix '-aner', indicating a person belonging to a group. 'Republik' comes from Latin 'res publica' (public affair).
Memory Tips
Think of the word 'republic'. A 'Republikaner' is a supporter of a republic or a member of the Republican party.