German word

Meistertitel

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈmaɪ̯stɐˌtiːtl̩/

Meaning

  • masculine nounmaster craftsman title

Example

Nach bestandener Prüfung erhielt sie den Meistertitel.

After passing the exam, she was awarded the title of master craftsman.

Illustration for Meistertitel (master craftsman title)

More examples

Trotz des Meistertitels übernimmt er weiterhin praktische Aufträge.

Despite holding the master craftsman title, he continues to take on practical jobs.

Core concept

A formal mark of advanced craft status awarded after a successful professional examination.

Common phrases

  • den Meistertitel im Lebenslauf angeben

    list the master craftsman title on one's CV

  • auf den Meistertitel verzichten

    give up the master craftsman title

Similar words

Meister: A highly skilled craft worker who may supervise or manage others.
Prüfung: A test that evaluates knowledge, skills, or ability.
Berufsabschluss: An official qualification confirming completion of vocational training.

Definition in German

Offizielle Bezeichnung für den Meistergrad, der Handwerkern nach erfolgreicher Prüfung verliehen wird.

Word origin

Meistertitel combines Meister, borrowed from Latin magister through Old and Middle High German, with Titel, from Latin titulus.

Usage tips

  • Meistertitel is masculine, with the definite article der, and its plural form remains Meistertitel.

Other meanings

  • master craftsman qualificationnoun

Opposites

  • Gesellenbriefjourneyman's certificatenoun

Related words

  • Meisterurkundemaster craftsman's certificatenoun
  • meisterlichmasterfuladjective

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