der Mechaniker
Translation
mechanic
Examples
Der Mechaniker repariert mein Auto.
The mechanic is repairing my car.
Er ist ein guter Mechaniker.
He is a good mechanic.
Grammar Patterns
als Mechaniker arbeiten to work as a mechanic He works as a mechanic in a workshop.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Monteur (fitter), Techniker (technician).
Etymology
Derived from 'Mechanik' (mechanics). The '-er' suffix denotes a person who performs an action, common for professions in German and English (e.g., Lehrer/teacher).
Memory Tips
A 'Mechaniker' is a person (-er) who works with 'Mechanik' (mechanics). Picture a mechanic working on a car.