der Redner
Translation
speaker, orator, public speaker
Examples
Der Redner sprach sehr überzeugend.
The speaker spoke very convincingly.
Wir hörten dem Redner aufmerksam zu.
We listened attentively to the speaker.
Grammar Patterns
to be a good speaker He is known as a good speaker.
Similar Words
der Sprecher (the speaker), der Vortragende (the lecturer)
Etymology
From the verb 'reden' (to speak) plus the agent suffix '-er'. Literally 'a speaker' or 'one who speaks'.
Memory Tips
A 'Redner' is a person who gives a 'Rede' (speech). The connection is very direct.