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Physiker

physicist (a person)

In German

Physiker

fee-ZEE-ker

Don't Get Confused!

Looks like

physical

In English means: "relating to the body as opposed to the mind; relating to things perceived through the senses"

Actually means

Physiker

physicist (a person)

Memory TipA German 'Physiker' is a 'physicist' (the person who studies physics). English 'physical' is an adjective about the body or matter. Don't confuse the 'person' with the 'physical' state!

Example Sentences

1
Ein bekannter Physiker hielt einen Vortrag über schwarze Löcher.
A famous physicist gave a lecture on black holes.
2
Sie ist eine brillante Physikerin in der Quantenmechanik.
She is a brilliant physicist in quantum mechanics.

FAQ

How do you say "physicist (a person)" in German?

"physicist (a person)" in German is "Physiker" (fee-ZEE-ker). Example: Ein bekannter Physiker hielt einen Vortrag über schwarze Löcher..

pathos, passion, strong emotion (often negative connotation in German)

Pathos

PAH-tos

physics (the scientific discipline)

Physik

fee-ZEEK

Censorship; grade, mark (in school)

Zensur

tsen-ZOOR