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masculine

pʁoˈfɛsoːɐ̯

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Translation

the professor

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Word origin

From Latin professor, one who declares publicly, from profiteri, to profess.

Origin
Latin
Root
professor
English cognates
professor

Grammar

Gendermasculine
PluralProfessoren

Examples

Vortrag.

The professor gave a long lecture.

.

She is studying under a well-known professor.

eingestellt.

The university has appointed three new professors.

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This word is taught in chapter 8, lesson 4: Words 731-740.