der Empfänger
Translation
recipient, addressee, receiver
Examples
Bitte schreiben Sie den Namen des Empfängers.
Please write the name of the recipient.
Der Radioempfänger hat einen guten Klang.
The radio receiver has good sound.
Grammar Patterns
the recipient ((of sth.)) Der Empfänger des Pakets war nicht zu Hause.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Adressat (addressee), Rezipient (recipient)
Etymology
From the verb 'empfangen' (to receive). Composed of 'emp-' (prefix) + 'fangen' (to catch) + '-er' (agent suffix), meaning 'one who receives'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone who 'catches' (fangen) a message or package sent to them.