der Chirurg
Translation
surgeon
Examples
Der Chirurg bereitete die Operation vor.
The surgeon prepared for the operation.
Sie ist eine sehr erfahrene Chirurgin.
She is a very experienced surgeon.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) used as a subject The surgeon is operating on the patient.
((as a profession)) used as a profession He works as a surgeon in the hospital.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Arzt (doctor), Operateur (operator/surgeon)
Etymology
From Greek 'kheirourgos' (working by hand), from 'kheir' (hand) and 'ergon' (work).
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English word 'surgeon', making it easy to remember.