English–German

“shepherd” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃɛːfɐ/

Example

Der Schäfer hütet die Schafe.

The shepherd looks after the sheep.

Illustration for Schäfer (shepherd)

How to say “shepherd” in German

“Shepherd” in German is Schäfer.

A shepherd walking beside a close-moving flock across open pasture.

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

Example sentences with Schäfer

Wir sprechen mit dem Schäfer über die Tiere.

We are talking with the shepherd about the animals.

Tips for using Schäfer

  • Schäfer is masculine, with Schäferin for a female shepherd and Schäfer as the plural form.

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