der Referendar
Translation
legal trainee, teacher trainee, articled clerk
Examples
Der Referendar bereitet sich auf sein Examen vor.
The legal trainee is preparing for his exam.
Als Referendar lernt man die praktische Arbeit kennen.
As a trainee, one gets to know the practical work.
Grammar Patterns
((Nomen)) as subject Der Referendar arbeitet am Gericht.
Similar Words
Praktikant (intern), Anwärter (candidate), Auszubildender (apprentice)
Etymology
From Latin 'referre' (to report). A Referendar is someone who reports on cases or lessons during their training period.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has to 'refer' to a supervisor during their practical training before becoming fully qualified.