German word

Techniker

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtɛçnɪkɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nountechnician

Example

Der Techniker repariert die Maschine.

The technician is repairing the machine.

Illustration for Techniker (technician)

More examples

Der Techniker erklärte dem Kunden die Ursache des Fehlers.

The technician explained the cause of the fault to the customer.

Core concept

The practical expert beside a machine, installation, or system, diagnosing faults and handling the technical fix.

Common phrases

  • einen Techniker bestellen

    order a technician

  • mit dem Techniker sprechen

    speak with the technician

  • als Techniker tätig sein

    work as a technician

Similar words

Servicetechniker: A field specialist who inspects, maintains, and repairs equipment at customer sites.
Elektriker: A specialist who installs and repairs electrical wiring, equipment, and systems.
Mechaniker: A skilled worker who repairs machines by replacing, assembling, or dismantling parts.
Ingenieur: A technical professional who designs and analyzes products or systems.

Definition in German

Jemand, der beruflich technische Probleme löst, Installationen vornimmt oder Geräte und Systeme betreibt und instand hält.

Word origin

The noun is formed from Technik, meaning technology or technical practice, plus the German person-forming suffix -er.

Usage tips

  • German often narrows this broad job title in compounds such as Servicetechniker or Elektrotechniker when the specialty matters.

Other meanings

  • engineernoun

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