How to Say "Butler" in German

Butler

/ˈbatlɐ/masculine

The English phrase "butler" is translated into German as Butler.

Butler refers to a chief male servant.

Meaning: chief male servant (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

The masculine form is Butler. To refer to a female butler, use Butlerin. The plural form for multiple butlers remains Butler.

/ˈbatlɐ/

Despite the word's English origin, the German pronunciation /ˈbatlɐ/ replaces the English 'u' sound with a shorter 'a' sound.
If you were to use the word Butler in a very formal historical German setting, you might actually be using anachronistic language, as native terms like Oberdiener were more common.
German adjectives describing a Butler often use discreet or unauffällig, emphasizing a cultural expectation of being nearly invisible while serving.

Ich bin kein Butler.
I'm not a butler.
This sentence is useful for stating that you are not a Butler.
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Der Butler öffnete die Tür.
The butler opened the door.
This sentence describes a Butler opening a door.
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Der Butler brachte Tom seinen Kaffee.
The butler brought Tom his coffee.
This sentence shows a Butler bringing coffee to someone.
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Der Diener in diesem eleganten Haushalt erfüllt seine Aufgaben mit höchster Präzision.
The butler in this elegant household performs his duties with the utmost precision.
Hast du schon einmal einen echten Butler erlebt? Es ist eine faszinierende Erfahrung!
Have you ever encountered a real butler? It is a fascinating experience!
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