der Vorreiter
Translation
pioneer, forerunner, trailblazer
Examples
Er war ein Vorreiter auf dem Gebiet der Technologie.
He was a pioneer in the field of technology.
Das Unternehmen ist ein Vorreiter für nachhaltige Produkte.
The company is a trailblazer for sustainable products.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) pioneer ((in/of sth.)) a pioneer in/of a field He is a pioneer in modern art.
((a)) pioneer ((for sth.)) a pioneer for a cause She is a pioneer for women's rights.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pioneer, trailblazer; Antonyms: Nachfolger (successor)
Etymology
From 'vor-' (before, in front) + 'Reiter' (rider). Literally means 'one who rides ahead'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a rider ('Reiter') who is out in front ('vor'), leading the way for others.