der Hersteller
Translation
manufacturer, producer, maker
Examples
Der Hersteller gibt eine Garantie auf das Produkt.
The manufacturer gives a warranty on the product.
Wir kaufen direkt vom Hersteller.
We buy directly from the manufacturer.
Die Frage wurde an den Hersteller weitergeleitet.
The question was forwarded to the manufacturer.
Grammar Patterns
Hersteller ((of sth.)) manufacturer of sth. This company is a Hersteller of computers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Produzent, der Fabrikant; Antonyms: der Verbraucher, der Kunde (consumer, customer)
Etymology
From the verb 'herstellen' (to produce), which is composed of 'her-' (hither, forth) and 'stellen' (to place, set).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'her' (here) + 'stellen' (to place). Someone who 'places something here' for you to buy is the manufacturer.