Nomen

der Kurier

courier, messenger, dispatch rider

Der Kurier brachte ein wichtiges Paket.

The courier brought an important package.

Ich warte auf den Kurier mit dem Essen.

I'm waiting for the courier with the food.

((der Kurier)) (as subject) The courier is punctual. Der Kurier ist pünktlich.

((den Kurier)) (as accusative object) We ordered a courier. Wir haben einen Kurier bestellt.

((dem Kurier)) (as dative object) I give the money to the courier. Ich gebe dem Kurier das Geld.

Synonyms: Bote (messenger), Zusteller (delivery person); Antonyms: Empfänger (recipient)

From Latin 'currere' (to run).

Imagine someone who runs a 'course' to deliver something quickly. It's related to the English word 'current'.

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