der Posten
Translation
post, position, job, item
Examples
Er hat einen neuen Posten in der Firma.
He has a new position in the company.
Der Soldat stand auf seinem Posten.
The soldier stood at his post.
Dieser Posten auf der Rechnung ist falsch.
This item on the bill is incorrect.
Grammar Patterns
to have/get a ((position)) He has a well-paid position.
to be/remain at ((one's post)) The guard remained at his post all night.
Similar Words
Stelle, Anstellung (job); Wache (guard); Eintrag (item)
Etymology
From Latin 'positus' (placed), related to the English word 'post'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'post' in the ground. It can be a place where a guard stands, a position you hold, or an item 'posted' on a list.