der Wächter
Translation
guard, watchman, sentry, keeper
Examples
Der Wächter steht vor dem Tor.
The guard is standing in front of the gate.
Er ist der Wächter des alten Schlosses.
He is the keeper of the old castle.
Grammar Patterns
der Wächter + verb ((as subject)) the guard does sth. Der Wächter schließt das Tor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Aufseher, Posten; Antonyms: Eindringling (intruder)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'wachen' (to watch). A 'Wächter' is one who watches.
Memory Tips
Connects to the English word 'watch'. Someone who 'watches' over a place is a 'Wächter'.