der Keeper
Translation
goalkeeper, keeper
Examples
Der Keeper hielt den Elfmeter.
The keeper saved the penalty.
Ein guter Keeper ist wichtig für das Team.
A good keeper is important for the team.
Grammar Patterns
((der Keeper)) as the subject (nominative case). Der Keeper ist sehr groß.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Torwart, Torhüter; Antonyms: Stürmer (striker)
Etymology
Borrowed directly from English 'keeper', referring to someone who guards or keeps something safe.
Memory Tips
It's the same word as in English, primarily used in a sports context. Just picture a goalkeeper 'keeping' the ball out.