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“doctor” in German

German

AlsoDoktor · Mediziner

Pronunciation

IPA/aːɐ̯t͡st/

Example

Ich muss zum Arzt gehen.

I have to go to the doctor.

Illustration for Arzt (doctor)

How to say “doctor” in German

“Doctor” in German is Arzt.

A doctor listening to symptoms, assessing the condition, and selecting appropriate medical care.

Full entry for Arzt: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Arzt

Der Arzt gab mir einen Rat.

The doctor gave me some advice.

Tips for using Arzt

  • The feminine form is Ärztin and the plural is Ärzte, with the umlaut changing the vowel in both forms.

Other German words for “doctor”

Ich gehe zum Doktor.

I'm going to the doctor.

Die Mediziner im Krankenhaus helfen den Patienten schnell.

The doctors at the hospital quickly help the patients.

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