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German word
Astronom
Pronunciation
IPA/astʁoˈnoːm/
Meaning
- masculine nounastronomer
Example
Der Astronom hält einen Vortrag.
The astronomer is giving a lecture.
More examples
Der Astronom beobachtet regelmäßig den Nachthimmel.
The astronomer regularly observes the night sky.
Core concept
A scientist studies stars, planets, and other bodies in space, often using observations and measurements.
Common phrases
der Astronom beobachtet
The astronomer observes
ein Astronom aus Berlin
an astronomer from Berlin
bekannter Astronom
well-known astronomer
Similar words
Astrophysiker: A researcher who explains the behavior and radiation of stars and galaxies using physics.
Kosmologe: A researcher who investigates how the universe began and has developed.
Amateurastronom: A nonprofessional who observes stars and other celestial objects as a hobby.
Planetologe: A scientist who investigates planetary surfaces, atmospheres, and internal structures.
Definition in German
Wissenschaftler, der Sterne, Planeten und andere Himmelskörper beobachtet und untersucht.
Word origin
German Astronom comes through Latin astronomus from Greek astronomos, formed from astron 'star' and nomos 'law' or 'rule'.
Usage tips
- Astronom is a masculine weak noun: der Astronom, den Astronomen, and die Astronomen; the feminine form is Astronomin.