German word

Psychologe

Pronunciation

IPA/psyçoˈloːgə/

Meaning

  • masculine nounpsychologist

Example

Ich kenne einen Psychologen.

I know a psychologist.

Illustration for Psychologe (psychologist)

More examples

Als Psychologe muss man aktiv zuhören.

As a psychologist, one must listen actively.

Core concept

A trained observer who turns patterns in thoughts, feelings, and actions into understanding and guidance.

Common phrases

  • klinischer Psychologe

    clinical psychologist

  • als Psychologe arbeiten

    work as a psychologist

Similar words

Psychiater: A medical doctor who diagnoses mental disorders and can prescribe medication.
Psychotherapeut: A clinician who uses psychotherapy to help improve mental health symptoms.

Definition in German

Psychologe bezeichnet eine Person, die systematisch Verhalten, Denken und Fühlen untersucht und praktisch berät.

Word origin

Psychologe is formed from Psychologie, which ultimately combines Greek psyche, 'mind', with logos, 'study' or 'account'.

Usage tips

  • Psychologe is not the same as Psychiater: a Psychiater is a medical doctor, whereas a Psychologe is not necessarily one.

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