der Dreyer
Translation
turner, woodturner, lathe operator
Examples
Der Dreyer fertigt eine Schale aus Holz.
The turner makes a bowl out of wood.
Grammar Patterns
(as a noun) a turner The profession of a Dreyer is very old.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Drechsler, Dreher
Etymology
Derived from the German verb 'drehen' (to turn, spin) and the suffix '-er', which indicates a person performing an action.
Memory Tips
Think of a clothes 'dryer' that spins. A 'Dreyer' is a craftsman who spins (or 'turns') wood to shape it.