German Conversation · Level 62
74 words
German word
Akteur
Pronunciation
IPA/akˈtøːɐ̯/
Meaning
- masculine nounactor
Example
Lokale Initiativen brauchen engagierte Akteure.
Local initiatives need committed actors.
More examples
Im Fernsehen diskutierten mehrere Akteure das Thema.
On television, several actors discussed the topic.
Core concept
A person or institution taking a role in a process and influencing how it develops.
Common phrases
mit Akteuren sprechen
speak to actors
mit Akteuren zusammenarbeiten
work with actors
Similar words
Organisation: A group or institution that organizes people and resources around a specific purpose.
Teilnehmer: A person or group taking part in a meeting or activity.
Beteiligter: A person or organization involved in an event or procedure.
Definition in German
Eine handelnde Person oder Institution, die in einem politischen, sozialen oder wirtschaftlichen Zusammenhang eine Rolle spielt und Ergebnisse beeinflusst.
Word origin
Akteur entered German through French acteur and ultimately derives from Latin actor, an agent noun formed from agere, 'to do'.
Usage tips
- In German, Akteur often refers to an organization or institution, not only to an individual; context determines which is meant.