der Rechtsanwalt
Translation
lawyer, attorney, solicitor
Examples
Ich muss einen Rechtsanwalt konsultieren.
I need to consult a lawyer.
Mein Rechtsanwalt hat mir geraten zu schweigen.
My lawyer advised me to remain silent.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) konsultieren to consult (sb.) Ich muss einen Rechtsanwalt konsultieren.
((zu+3)) gehen to go to (a lawyer) Ich gehe zu einem Rechtsanwalt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Anwalt, Jurist, Advokat
Etymology
A compound of 'Recht' (law, right) + 'Anwalt' (advocate, lawyer). Literally a 'law advocate'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'wields' ('walten' - to rule, govern) the 'law' ('Recht') on your behalf.