der Heilpraktiker
Translation
naturopath, non-medical practitioner, alternative medicine practitioner
Examples
Er geht regelmäßig zum Heilpraktiker.
He regularly goes to the naturopath.
Meine Heilpraktikerin empfahl mir Akupunktur.
My (female) naturopath recommended acupuncture to me.
Grammar Patterns
to go to the naturopath I'm going to the naturopath because of my headaches.
Similar Words
Naturheilkundler (naturopath), Alternativmediziner (alternative medicine doctor)
Etymology
Composed of 'Heil' (healing) and 'Praktiker' (practitioner). Literally a 'healing practitioner'.
Memory Tips
This is a state-recognized profession in Germany. Think of someone who 'practices healing' using alternative methods.