German Conversation · Level 68
60 words
German word
Maler
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈmaːlɐ/
Meaning
- masculine nounpainter
Example
Der Maler malt ein neues Bild.
The painter is painting a new picture.
More examples
Der Maler stellt seine Werke in der kleinen Galerie aus.
The painter displays his works in the small gallery.
Core concept
A craftsperson covers either a gallery canvas or an indoor wall with a layer of color.
Common phrases
der Maler
the painter
bekannter Maler
a well-known painter
als Maler tätig sein
work as a painter
Similar words
Malerin: A woman who creates paintings as works of art.
Künstler: An artist who expresses ideas through painting, sculpture, or similar arts.
Anstreicher: A skilled worker who paints building exteriors and interiors.
Restaurator: A specialist who restores old paintings and cultural artifacts.
Definition in German
Maler ist eine Person, die mit Farbe arbeitet; im künstlerischen Bereich malt sie Bilder, im Handwerk streicht sie Flächen.
Word origin
The noun Maler derives from malen, meaning to paint or draw, with -er marking the person who performs the action.
Usage tips
- Malerbetrieb means painting and decorating business, and Malermeister means master painter or decorator, so these compounds often identify the trade context.