der Fahrzeuglenker
Translation
vehicle driver, driver
Examples
Der Fahrzeuglenker muss die Verkehrsregeln beachten.
The vehicle driver must observe the traffic rules.
Grammar Patterns
((the vehicle driver)) [subject/object] The vehicle driver was stopped by the police.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fahrer, Chauffeur
Etymology
From 'Fahrzeug' (vehicle) + 'Lenker' (steerer, driver), derived from the verb 'lenken' (to steer).
Memory Tips
Think of the person who 'lenken' (steers) a 'Fahrzeug' (vehicle). It's a more formal term than 'Fahrer'.