German word

Trainer

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtʁɛːnɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nouncoach

Example

Der Trainer erklärt die Übung.

The coach explains the exercise.

Illustration for Trainer (coach)

More examples

Ich frage den Trainer nach Tipps.

I ask the coach for tips.

Core concept

A specialist watches someone work, gives feedback, and helps improve performance through structured practice.

Common phrases

  • mit dem Trainer sprechen

    speak to the coach

  • den Trainer fragen

    ask the coach

  • auf den Trainer hören

    listen to the coach

Similar words

Coach: A mentor who supports technical growth and mental well-being.
Instruktor: A practical teacher who explains techniques and equipment use.

Definition in German

Eine Person, die durch Anleitung und Übung die Leistung anderer verbessert, sowohl im Sport als auch in beruflichen Bereichen.

Word origin

The German noun Trainer came from English trainer and belongs to the same word family as German trainieren and English train.

Usage tips

  • Trainer is masculine, with the plural die Trainer; the feminine form is die Trainerin and its plural is die Trainerinnen.

Other meanings

  • instructornoun

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