der Astro
Translation
astrologer, astronomy enthusiast, astronaut
Examples
Der Astro hat mir meine Zukunft vorhergesagt.
The astrologer predicted my future.
Er ist ein echter Astro und kennt alle Sternbilder.
He is a real astronomy enthusiast and knows all the constellations.
Grammar Patterns
((as a noun)) used as a noun. Er arbeitet als Astro.
Similar Words
Astrologe (astrologer), Sternengucker (stargazer)
Etymology
From the Greek word 'astron' (ἄστρον), meaning 'star'. It's a clipping of longer words.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a short form for any word starting with 'astro-', which always relates to stars, like 'astronaut' or 'astrology'.