English–German
“innkeeper” in German
How to say “innkeeper” in German
“Innkeeper” in German is Wirtin.
A female proprietor keeps an eating and drinking place running, from the guest room to the counter.
Example sentences with Wirtin
Die Wirtin des Dorfgasthofs leitete den Betrieb seit Jahren.
The landlady of the village inn has been running the business for years.
Tips for using Wirtin
- Wirtin usually identifies the woman in charge of the establishment rather than simply a female server; Bedienung is more general for service staff.
Other German words for “innkeeper”
Der Gastwirt führt ein kleines Hotel.
The innkeeper runs a small hotel.