der Halter
Translation
owner, keeper, holder, mount
Examples
Der Halter des Hundes ist verantwortlich.
The owner of the dog is responsible.
Ich brauche einen Halter für mein Handy im Auto.
I need a mount for my cell phone in the car.
Grammar Patterns
the owner/keeper ((of sth.)) The owner of the car must be identified.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Besitzer (owner), Eigentümer (proprietor); Antonyms: -
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'halten' (to hold). The '-er' suffix indicates a person or thing performing the action.
Memory Tips
A 'Halter' is someone who 'hält' (holds) something, like a pet owner, or a device that 'hält' (holds) something, like a phone mount.