der Anwalt
Translation
lawyer, attorney, counsel
Examples
Er hat mit den Anwälten gesprochen.
He spoke with the lawyers.
Grammar Patterns
to represent ((sb.)) as a lawyer The lawyer represents his client in court.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rechtsanwalt, Jurist; Antonyms: Mandant (client)
Etymology
From 'an-' (on, at) + 'walten' (to rule, govern). Essentially, someone who acts or rules on another's behalf.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English word 'wield'. An 'Anwalt' wields the law for you.