der Fan
Translation
fan, supporter, admirer
Examples
Die Fans jubeln für ihre Mannschaft.
The fans are cheering for their team.
Ich bin ein großer Fan von diesem Sänger.
I am a big fan of this singer.
Grammar Patterns
Fan ((von+3)) a fan of sb./sth. I am a big fan of this singer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Anhänger (supporter), der Bewunderer (admirer).
Etymology
A loanword from English 'fan', which is a shortening of 'fanatic'.
Memory Tips
It's the same as the English word 'fan'. Just remember to capitalize it in German as it is a noun.