der Verbraucher
Translation
consumer, user
Examples
Der Verbraucher hat das Recht auf Information.
The consumer has the right to information.
Dieses Auto ist ein großer Benzinverbraucher.
This car is a big consumer of petrol.
Grammar Patterns
the protection ((of consumers)) the protection of consumers The protection of consumers is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Konsument, Kunde; Antonyms: Produzent (producer), Hersteller (manufacturer)
Etymology
From the verb 'verbrauchen' (to consume). The prefix 'ver-' indicates using something up, and 'brauchen' means 'to need'. The '-er' suffix denotes a person or agent.
Memory Tips
A 'Verbraucher' is someone who 'verbraucht' (uses up) things. It contains 'brauchen' (to need), so think of a consumer as someone who needs and uses things.