der Lehrling
Translation
apprentice, trainee
Examples
Der Lehrling lernt den Beruf.
The apprentice is learning the trade.
Als Lehrling verdient man nicht viel.
As an apprentice, you don't earn much.
Grammar Patterns
to work as an apprentice als Lehrling arbeiten He works as an apprentice in a workshop.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Auszubildender, Azubi, Praktikant
Etymology
From 'lehren' (to teach) + the suffix '-ling' (denoting a person). Literally 'one who is being taught'.
Memory Tips
A 'Lehrling' is a young person ('-ling') who is in a 'Lehre' (apprenticeship).