der Segler
Translation
sailor, yachtsman, yachtswoman
Examples
Der erfahrene Segler kennt das Meer gut.
The experienced sailor knows the sea well.
Am Wochenende sind viele Segler auf dem See.
On the weekend, there are many sailors on the lake.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) sailor, yachtsman The sailor steers the boat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Seemann (seaman), Matrose (sailor); Antonyms: Landratte (landlubber)
Etymology
From the verb 'segeln' (to sail) plus the suffix '-er', which denotes a person who performs an action.
Memory Tips
A 'Segler' is a person (-er) who works with a 'Segel' (sail). The English word 'sailor' is very similar.