German Conversation · Level 46
74 words
German word
Prüfer
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈpʁyːfɐ/
Meaning
- masculine nounexaminer
Example
Der Prüfer hat die Prüfung korrigiert.
The examiner marked the exam.
More examples
Der Prüfer gab dem Prüfling sofort Rückmeldung.
The examiner immediately gave the examinee feedback.
Core concept
A person with a checklist or marking scheme checks work or an object against a standard and records a result.
Common phrases
ein Prüfer
an examiner
ein externer Prüfer
an external examiner
ein unabhängiger Prüfer
an independent examiner
Similar words
Korrektor: A person who marks answers, notes errors, and records scores or other assessments.
Prüfungsleiter: A person who manages an entire exam, including its timing, procedures, and overall organization.
Kontrolleur: A person who monitors whether rules and procedures are followed and points out violations.
Gutachter: An expert who evaluates an investigation or application and prepares a written report.
Definition in German
Person, die Tests, Prüfungen oder Begutachtungen durchführt und die Ergebnisse bewertet.
Word origin
Prüfer is formed from the verb prüfen with the agent suffix -er; prüfen developed from Middle High German prüeven, borrowed through French from Latin probare.
Usage tips
- Prüfer covers examiners, inspectors, and other evaluators, so the surrounding noun usually identifies whether the setting is an exam, audit, or technical check.