German word

Chemiker

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈçeːmɪkɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounchemist

Example

Viele Chemiker arbeiten in der Industrie.

Many chemists work in industry.

Illustration for Chemiker (chemist)

More examples

Ein freiberuflicher Chemiker berät mehrere Firmen.

A freelance chemist advises several companies.

Core concept

A researcher in a lab compares substances, conducts controlled reactions, and interprets the resulting evidence.

Common phrases

  • freiberuflicher Chemiker

    freelance chemist

  • Chemiker an der Universität

    chemist at the university

  • Chemiker im Forschungsteam

    chemist on the research team

Similar words

Chemikerin: A woman who researches chemistry and carries out experiments with laboratory equipment.
Forscher: A person who conducts research or experiments to discover new knowledge.
Laborant: A laboratory assistant responsible for routine testing, equipment, and sample preparation.
Apotheker: A pharmacist who prepares and supplies medicines to patients or customers.

Definition in German

Person, die beruflich Chemie betreibt, Stoffe untersucht und Experimente durchführt.

Word origin

The noun Chemiker derives from Chemie plus the occupational suffix -iker, with Chemie ultimately passing into German through historical Latin and Greek forms.

Usage tips

  • German Chemiker means a science professional, whereas a pharmacist is an Apotheker; English chemist can also mean a pharmacy in British usage.

Opposites

Related words

  • Chemikerinfemale chemistnoun
  • Chemikerverbandchemists' associationnoun

Word lists with this word