der Preisträger
Translation
prize winner, laureate, awardee
Examples
Der Preisträger hielt eine Dankesrede.
The prize winner gave a thank-you speech.
Sie ist die Preisträgerin des Literaturpreises.
She is the winner of the literature prize.
Grammar Patterns
prize winner ((for sth.)) He is the prize winner for the best film.
Similar Words
Gewinner (winner), Sieger (victor)
Etymology
From 'Preis' (prize) + 'Träger' (carrier, bearer). Literally a 'prize carrier'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a person literally 'carrying' (tragen) a prize or trophy.