der Lehrer
Translation
teacher (male), instructor
Examples
Mein Vater ist Lehrer.
My father is a teacher.
Der Lehrer erklärt die Grammatik.
The teacher explains the grammar.
Grammar Patterns
[Noun] ((as a profession)) as a profession He works as a teacher at a school.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pädagoge, Dozent; Antonyms: Schüler (student)
Etymology
From the verb 'lehren' (to teach) + the agent suffix '-er'.
Memory Tips
A 'Lehrer' is someone who 'lehrt' (teaches). Remember the connection to the verb.