German word

Betreuerin

Pronunciation

IPA/bəˈtʁɔɪ̯əʁɪn/

Meaning

  • feminine nouncaregiver

Example

Die Betreuerin kümmert sich um das Baby.

The caregiver is taking care of the baby.

Illustration for Betreuerin (caregiver)

More examples

Die Betreuerin ist verantwortlich für die Medikamente.

The caregiver is responsible for the medications.

Core concept

A woman beside children, older people, or people needing help, combining practical care with guidance.

Common phrases

  • ausgebildete Betreuerin

    trained caregiver

  • gesetzliche Betreuerin

    legal caregiver

  • Betreuerin für Senioren

    caregiver for seniors

Similar words

Betreuer: A man responsible for caring for and guiding people who need support.
Betreuungsperson: A person assigned to provide care and guidance, without regard to gender.
Pflegerin: A woman helping with medical needs and routine daily care.
Erzieherin: A woman who teaches children and supports their development.

Definition in German

Bezeichnet eine weibliche Fach- oder Hilfsperson, die sich um Kinder, Alte oder Hilfsbedürftige kümmert.

Word origin

Betreuerin is the regular feminine derivation of Betreuer, an agent noun built from betreuen.

Usage tips

  • Betreuerin names a role rather than a family relationship and is used for formal care, supervision, and teaching contexts.

Other meanings

  • supervisornoun

Opposites

  • Betreutecare recipientnoun

Related words

  • betreuungsbedürftigin need of careadjective
  • Betreuungcarenoun

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