der Schüler
Translation
pupil, student, schoolboy, disciple
Examples
Der Schüler lernt Deutsch.
The pupil is learning German.
Es gibt viele Schüler in der Klasse.
There are many pupils in the class.
Er ist ein fleißiger Schüler.
He is a diligent pupil.
Grammar Patterns
a pupil in year ... He is a pupil in year 10.
to be a student of ((sb.)) He was a student of Einstein.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Lernender; Distinction: Student (university only)
Etymology
Derived from 'Schule' (school) + suffix '-er' (person).
Memory Tips
Use 'Schüler' for school kids, 'Student' only for university.