der

masculine

ˈmaɪ̯stɐ

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Translation

the master; champion

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Word origin

From Latin magister, cognate with English master.

Origin: Latin
Root: magister
English cognates: master

Grammar

Gendermasculine

PluralMeister

Examples

gekürt.

He was crowned champion this year.

Handwerk .

The old master taught him the craft.

Lehrlinge ausbilden.

Only the best masters are allowed to train apprentices here.

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This word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 10: Words 571-580.