der Macher
Translation
doer, go-getter, maker, creator
Examples
Er ist ein echter Macher.
He is a real go-getter.
Die Macher des Films sind sehr talentiert.
The makers of the film are very talented.
Grammar Patterns
to be a go-getter (ein Macher sein) He is known as a go-getter.
the maker of sth. (der Macher von et3) She is the maker behind the project.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Tatmensch, Umsetzer; Antonyms: Zauderer, Träumer
Etymology
From the verb 'machen' (to make, to do) plus the agent suffix '-er'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'makes' things happen. 'Machen' + '-er' = a 'maker' or 'doer'.