der Gelegenheitsleser
Translation
occasional reader, casual reader
Examples
Er ist nur ein Gelegenheitsleser.
He is only an occasional reader.
Gelegenheitsleser bevorzugen leichte Lektüre.
Occasional readers prefer light reading.
Grammar Patterns
[as subject] refers to a person. Der Gelegenheitsleser liest nur im Urlaub.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Wenigleser; Antonyms: Leseratte, Bücherwurm (bookworm)
Etymology
From 'Gelegenheit' (occasion, opportunity) + 'Leser' (reader). Literally an 'occasion reader'.
Memory Tips
Picture someone who only reads on special 'occasions' (Gelegenheiten), like on vacation or on a train.