der Staatsgründer
Translation
founder of a state, founding father
Examples
Er gilt als der Staatsgründer der Türkei.
He is considered the founder of the state of Turkey.
Die Staatsgründer hatten eine klare Vision.
The founding fathers had a clear vision.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered the ((founder of the state)) He is considered the founder of the state.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Landesvater (father of the country)
Etymology
A compound of 'Staat' (state) and 'Gründer' (founder).
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'state-founder'. 'Gründer' is founder, from the verb 'gründen' (to found).