die Bewerberin
Translation
female applicant, female candidate
Examples
Die Bewerberinnen sind sehr qualifiziert.
The female applicants are very qualified.
Wir haben viele Bewerberinnen eingeladen.
We have invited many female applicants.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) used as a subject The female applicants are qualified.
((as accusative object)) used as an accusative object We are inviting the female applicants.
Similar Words
Synonyms: candidate, aspirant; Antonyms: employer (female)
Etymology
From the verb `bewerben` (to apply) + `-er` (agent suffix) + `-in` (feminine suffix). Literally 'a female person who applies'.
Memory Tips
The `-in` suffix is the key to remembering this is the feminine form, similar to how 'actress' is the female of 'actor'.