German word

Ingenieur

Pronunciation

IPA/ɪnʒeˈni̯øːɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounengineer

Example

Der Ingenieur erklärt das Problem dem Team.

The engineer explains the problem to the team.

Illustration for Ingenieur (engineer)

More examples

Die Ausbildung zum Ingenieur dauert mehrere Jahre.

The training to become an engineer takes several years.

Core concept

A technical designer turns measurements and calculations into a working machine, structure, or system.

Common phrases

  • Diplom-Ingenieur

    graduate engineer

  • Ausbildung zum Ingenieur

    training to become an engineer

  • verantwortlicher Ingenieur

    engineer in charge

Similar words

Techniker: A technical worker who maintains, repairs, and operates equipment on site.
Architekt: A specialist who designs buildings and prepares plans based on site and user needs.
Bauingenieur: A civil engineer who designs bridges, roads, and other structures for strength and safety.
Entwickler: A professional who designs product or service features and creates prototypes or software.

Definition in German

Ein Fachmann oder eine Fachfrau, die Systeme, Maschinen oder Bauwerke entwirft und technisch berechnet.

Word origin

Ingenieur entered German through French ingénieur, which ultimately traces to Latin ingenium, meaning talent, natural ability, or invention.

Usage tips

  • The masculine noun is Ingenieur, the feminine form is Ingenieurin, and the usual plural is Ingenieure.

Opposites

Related words

  • Ingenieurstudiumengineering degree programnoun
  • Ingenieurwesenengineeringnoun

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