German word

Pflegerin

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpfleːgəʁɪn/

Meaning

  • feminine nouncaregiver

Example

Die Pflegerin hilft der Patientin beim Aufstehen.

The caregiver helps the patient get up.

Illustration for Pflegerin (caregiver)

More examples

Die ausgebildete Pflegerin erklärt der Tochter die Pflegeanleitung.

The trained caregiver explains the care instructions to the daughter.

Core concept

A woman assisting an older or dependent person with standing, washing, dressing, and other daily tasks.

Common phrases

  • ausgebildete Pflegerin

    trained caregiver

  • leitende Pflegerin

    senior caregiver

  • ambulante Pflegerin

    home-care caregiver

Similar words

Pflegekraft: A gender-neutral care worker who supports people with personal needs and daily activities.
Pflegefachkraft: A trained care professional who provides care using specialized knowledge and qualifications.
Krankenpflegerin: A woman who cares for hospital patients and helps with their treatment.
Altenpflegerin: A woman who specializes in caring for older people and supporting daily life.

Definition in German

Eine Pflegerin ist eine Frau, die beruflich ältere oder pflegebedürftige Menschen bei der Körperpflege, Mobilität und den täglichen Verrichtungen unterstützt.

Word origin

Pflegerin is formed from the agent noun Pfleger, related to the verb pflegen, plus the feminine suffix -in.

Usage tips

  • Pflegerin is feminine, with the plural Pflegerinnen; gender-neutral alternatives include Pflegekraft and Pflegepersonal, depending on context.

Other meanings

  • care assistantnoun

Opposites

  • Pflegebedürftigeperson in need of carenoun

Related words

  • Pflegeteamcare teamnoun
  • Pflegetätigkeitcaregiving activitynoun
  • Pflegefachkraftcare professionalnoun

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