German word

Nutzer

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈnʊt͡sɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounuser

Example

Viele Nutzer haben ein Konto.

Many users have an account.

Illustration for Nutzer (user)

More examples

Nutzerdaten werden vertraulich behandelt.

User data is treated confidentially.

Core concept

A human on the user side of a tool or service, contrasted with the provider.

Common phrases

  • Nutzerprofil

    user profile

  • Nutzerdaten

    user data

  • anonyme Nutzer

    anonymous user

Similar words

Benutzer: A person who operates and uses a device or system.
Anwender: A person who applies specialized software or methods in practice.

Definition in German

Person, die ein Angebot, ein Gerät oder eine Dienstleistung nutzt.

Word origin

Nutzer combines nutzen, meaning 'to use', with the productive German agent suffix -er for a person associated with an action.

Usage tips

  • Nutzer is broad and neutral, while Benutzer often highlights operating a device or system and Anwender often suggests practical or technical application.

Opposites

Related words

  • Nutzerinfemale usernoun
  • Nutzungusenoun

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