die Orthopädie
Translation
orthopedics
Examples
Er ist Spezialist für Orthopädie.
He is a specialist in orthopedics.
Die Orthopädie befasst sich mit dem Bewegungsapparat.
Orthopedics deals with the musculoskeletal system.
Grammar Patterns
specialist in ((sth.)) He is a specialist in orthopedics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Chirurgie (surgery), Traumatologie (traumatology)
Etymology
From Greek 'orthos' (straight) + 'paideia' (rearing of children). The medical specialty focused on correcting deformities.
Memory Tips
The '-ie' ending in German often denotes a field of study or practice, similar to '-y' or '-ics' in English (e.g., Biologie).