der Seiler
Translation
ropemaker, rope-maker
Examples
Der Seiler stellt dicke Taue her.
The ropemaker produces thick ropes.
Früher war der Beruf des Seilers sehr wichtig.
In the past, the profession of a ropemaker was very important.
Grammar Patterns
(noun) ropemaker The Seiler works in his workshop.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Seilmacher
Etymology
From 'Seil' (rope) + the agent suffix '-er'. Literally 'roper' or 'rope-maker'.
Memory Tips
Connect 'Seil' to the English word 'sail'. A ropemaker ('Seiler') makes the ropes for a sailboat.