der Hirte
Translation
shepherd, herdsman, pastor
Examples
Der Hirte kümmert sich um seine Schafe.
The shepherd takes care of his sheep.
Er ist ein guter Hirte für seine Gemeinde.
He is a good pastor for his congregation.
Grammar Patterns
der Hirte ((as subject)) the shepherd Der Hirte wacht über die Herde.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Schäfer (specifically for sheep), Pastor (in a religious context).
Etymology
From Old High German 'hirti', related to 'Herde' (herd). The '-e' suffix often denotes a person associated with an activity or thing.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who tends to a 'herd' ('Herde') - that person is the 'Hirte'.