der Herausforderer
Translation
challenger, contender
Examples
Der Boxer wartet auf seinen Herausforderer.
The boxer is waiting for his challenger.
Er ist ein ernstzunehmender Herausforderer für den Titel.
He is a serious contender for the title.
Grammar Patterns
the challenger ((of sb.)) He is the challenger of the world champion.
the challenger ((for sth.)) She is the challenger for the title.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Konkurrent (competitor), Gegner (opponent); Antonyms: Titelverteidiger (defending champion), Champion (champion)
Etymology
From 'heraus' (out) + 'fordern' (to demand, to challenge). Literally 'one who calls out' to challenge.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone stepping 'heraus' (out) from a crowd to 'fordern' (challenge) the champion.