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Doktor
doctor (medical or academic title)
In German
Doktor
DOK-tor
Don't Get Confused!
Looks like
doctor
In English means: "a person qualified to practice medicine; a person who holds a doctoral degree"
Actually means
Doktor
doctor (medical or academic title)
Memory TipIn German, 'Doktor' is often used as a direct address or title for *anyone* with a doctoral degree, not just medical doctors. In English, 'Doctor' often implies a medical professional unless specified. Think 'Doktor' as 'Doctor of Everything'.
Example Sentences
Example Sentences- 1
Herr Doktor Müller, könnten Sie das bitte erklären?
Dr. Müller, could you please explain that?
- 2
Sie hat ihren Doktor in Chemie an der TU München gemacht.
She earned her doctorate in chemistry at TU Munich.
FAQ
How do you say "doctor (medical or academic title)" in German?
"doctor (medical or academic title)" in German is "Doktor" (DOK-tor). Example: Herr Doktor Müller, könnten Sie das bitte erklären?.
