German word

Psychiater

Pronunciation

IPA/ˌpsyˈçi̯aːtɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounpsychiatrist

Example

Ich habe den Psychiater gestern angerufen.

I called the psychiatrist yesterday.

Illustration for Psychiater (psychiatrist)

More examples

Viele Patienten vereinbaren einen Termin beim Psychiater, wenn Probleme anhalten.

Many patients make an appointment with a psychiatrist when problems persist.

Core concept

A medical doctor who examines troubled thoughts, moods, and behavior and treats them with medical care, including medication when appropriate.

Common phrases

  • bei einem Psychiater in Behandlung sein

    be under treatment by a psychiatrist

  • einen Termin beim Psychiater vereinbaren

    make an appointment with a psychiatrist

  • eine Überweisung zum Psychiater bekommen

    get a referral to a psychiatrist

Similar words

Psychologe: A psychology specialist who assesses mental states and provides support without prescribing medicine.
Psychotherapeut: A qualified practitioner who treats mental problems through psychotherapy and guided sessions.
Neurologe: A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats diseases of the brain and nervous system.

Definition in German

Ein Arzt, der seelische und psychische Erkrankungen diagnostiziert und medizinisch behandelt.

Word origin

Psychiater combines Greek psyche, meaning mind or soul, with iatros, meaning physician, through a modern European medical term.

Usage tips

  • Psychiater is a medical profession, whereas Psychologe usually refers to a psychologist who is not a physician and does not prescribe medication.

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