der Koch
Translation
cook, chef
Examples
Mein Bruder ist Koch.
My brother is a cook.
Der Koch bereitet das Essen zu.
The chef is preparing the meal.
Grammar Patterns
to work ((as a sth.)) to work as a cook He works as a cook in a restaurant.
to be ((a sth.)) to be a cook His dream is to become a famous chef.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Küchenchef; Antonyms: Gast (guest)
Etymology
From Old High German 'koch', related to Latin 'coquus' (cook). Directly related to the verb 'kochen' (to cook).
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to the English word 'cook'. Just remember the German 'ch' sound at the end.