This page organizes German job title vocabulary into categories, so you can find the right word for your field and speak about professions more confidently.
Additional parent pages: German > Vocabulary > Occupations & Work
Common Jobs
Most people in daily conversation will encounter these job titles.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehrer | Lehrer | Teacher | Teachers | Der Lehrer erklärt die Grammatik. | The teacher explains the grammar. |
| Arzt | Ärzte | Doctor | Doctors | Die Ärztin untersucht den Patienten. | The doctor examines the patient. |
| Verkäufer | Verkäufer | Salesperson | Salespeople | Der Verkäufer hilft im Geschäft. | The salesperson helps in the store. |
| Mechaniker | Mechaniker | Mechanic | Mechanics | Der Mechaniker repariert das Auto. | The mechanic repairs the car. |
| Koch | Köche | Cook | Cooks | Die Köchin bereitet das Essen zu. | The cook prepares the food. |
Office and Business
These titles are common in corporate and administrative settings.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sekretär | Sekretäre | Secretary | Secretaries | Die Sekretärin organisiert Termine. | The secretary organizes appointments. |
| Manager | Manager | Manager | Managers | Der Manager leitet das Team. | The manager leads the team. |
| Buchhalter | Buchhalter | Accountant | Accountants | Der Buchhalter prüft die Rechnungen. | The accountant checks the invoices. |
| Assistent | Assistenten | Assistant | Assistants | Die Assistentin unterstützt den Chef. | The assistant supports the boss. |
| Geschäftsführer | Geschäftsführer | Managing Director | Managing Directors | Der Geschäftsführer trifft wichtige Entscheidungen. | The managing director makes important decisions. |
Trades and Crafts
These are skilled workers who often complete apprenticeships.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elektriker | Elektriker | Electrician | Electricians | Der Elektriker repariert die Leitungen. | The electrician repairs the wiring. |
| Tischler | Tischler | Carpenter | Carpenters | Der Tischler baut Möbel. | The carpenter builds furniture. |
| Friseur | Friseure | Hairdresser | Hairdressers | Die Friseurin schneidet die Haare. | The hairdresser cuts the hair. |
| Maler | Maler | Painter | Painters | Der Maler streicht die Wände. | The painter paints the walls. |
| Klempner | Klempner | Plumber | Plumbers | Der Klempner repariert das Rohr. | The plumber fixes the pipe. |
Technology and Science
These titles are common in modern industries and academic fields.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingenieur | Ingenieure | Engineer | Engineers | Der Ingenieur entwickelt neue Maschinen. | The engineer develops new machines. |
| Wissenschaftler | Wissenschaftler | Scientist | Scientists | Die Wissenschaftlerin forscht im Labor. | The scientist researches in the lab. |
| Programmierer | Programmierer | Programmer | Programmers | Der Programmierer schreibt Software. | The programmer writes software. |
| Arzt | Ärzte | Doctor | Doctors | Die Ärztin behandelt Patienten. | The doctor treats patients. |
| Techniker | Techniker | Technician | Technicians | Der Techniker wartet die Geräte. | The technician maintains the equipment. |
Creative Fields
These titles come from artistic and media professions.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Künstler | Künstler | Artist | Artists | Der Künstler malt ein Bild. | The artist paints a picture. |
| Musiker | Musiker | Musician | Musicians | Die Musikerin spielt Klavier. | The musician plays the piano. |
| Journalist | Journalisten | Journalist | Journalists | Der Journalist schreibt einen Artikel. | The journalist writes an article. |
| Fotograf | Fotografen | Photographer | Photographers | Die Fotografin macht Porträts. | The photographer takes portraits. |
| Designer | Designer | Designer | Designers | Der Designer entwirft Kleidung. | The designer designs clothing. |
Service Industry
Jobs focused on customer service, hospitality, and daily needs.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellner | Kellner | Waiter | Waiters | Der Kellner bringt die Speisekarte. | The waiter brings the menu. |
| Hotelier | Hoteliers | Hotelier | Hoteliers | Der Hotelier kümmert sich um die Gäste. | The hotelier takes care of the guests. |
| Fahrer | Fahrer | Driver | Drivers | Der Fahrer bringt das Paket. | The driver delivers the package. |
| Verkäufer | Verkäufer | Salesperson | Salespeople | Die Verkäuferin berät die Kunden. | The salesperson advises the customers. |
| Reinigungskraft | Reinigungskräfte | Cleaner | Cleaners | Die Reinigungskraft putzt das Büro. | The cleaner cleans the office. |
Legal and Education
These jobs require specialized training and are important in society.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anwalt | Anwälte | Lawyer | Lawyers | Der Anwalt vertritt den Mandanten. | The lawyer represents the client. |
| Richter | Richter | Judge | Judges | Die Richterin fällt ein Urteil. | The judge delivers a verdict. |
| Professor | Professoren | Professor | Professors | Der Professor hält eine Vorlesung. | The professor gives a lecture. |
| Lehrer | Lehrer | Teacher | Teachers | Die Lehrerin unterrichtet Mathe. | The teacher teaches math. |
| Erzieher | Erzieher | Educator | Educators | Der Erzieher betreut die Kinder. | The educator takes care of the children. |
Medical and Healthcare
Professions focused on health and well-being.
| German Singular | German Plural | English Singular | English Plural | Example German Sentence | Example English Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arzt | Ärzte | Doctor | Doctors | Der Arzt stellt eine Diagnose. | The doctor makes a diagnosis. |
| Krankenschwester | Krankenschwestern | Nurse | Nurses | Die Krankenschwester pflegt die Patienten. | The nurse cares for the patients. |
| Therapeut | Therapeuten | Therapist | Therapists | Der Therapeut hilft bei der Rehabilitation. | The therapist assists with rehabilitation. |
| Apotheker | Apotheker | Pharmacist | Pharmacists | Der Apotheker gibt Medikamente aus. | The pharmacist dispenses medication. |
| Zahnarzt | Zahnärzte | Dentist | Dentists | Die Zahnärztin behandelt die Zähne. | The dentist treats teeth. |
Summary
- Each category contains job titles relevant to that field, listed in singular and plural forms for both German and English.
- Example sentences in both German and English demonstrate how to use each title naturally.
- This structure helps learners find and understand job titles in context.
Flashcards (1 of 40)
- English Singular: Teacher
- English Plural: Teachers
- Example English Sentence: The teacher explains the grammar.
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
