die Expertin
Translation
expert (female), specialist (female)
Examples
Sie ist eine Expertin auf diesem Gebiet.
She is an expert in this field.
Wir haben eine Expertin zu Rate gezogen.
We consulted a female expert.
Grammar Patterns
an expert ((on+3)) / ((in+3)) an expert in a field She is an expert in the field of genetics.
an expert ((for+4)) an expert for sth. She is a sought-after expert for IT security.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Fachfrau, Spezialistin; Antonyms: Laiin (female layperson).
Etymology
From Latin 'expertus' (experienced), it is the feminine form of 'Expert' with the suffix '-in'.
Memory Tips
In German, the suffix '-in' is commonly added to masculine nouns for professions to create the feminine form. 'Expert' -> 'Expertin'.