Ernährungsberater
masculine
The English word 'dietitian' translates to German as Ernährungsberater. Wiktionary also lists Ernährungsberaterin.
Meaning: person who studies or practices dietetics (noun)
Ways to say it
| German | Note |
|---|---|
| Ernährungsberater | masculine |
| Ernährungsberaterin | feminine |
A dietitian is a person who studies or practices dietetics. In German, the term Ernährungsberater is used to describe this profession.
What does it mean word for word?
The word Ernährungsberater is a compound of Ernährung (nutrition) and Berater (consultant/advisor).
Which one should you use?
Use Ernährungsberater to refer to a male dietitian or to the profession in general. Use Ernährungsberaterin specifically when referring to a single female dietitian.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form Ernährungsberater can refer to a group of male dietitians or a mixed-gender group. If you are referring to a group consisting only of female dietitians, use the feminine plural form Ernährungsberaterinnen.
Did you know?
- When talking about a 'crash diet', Germans use the term Schlankheitskur, which literally means a 'slenderness cure'.
- The root word Ernährung comes from nähren, which means 'to nourish' or 'to feed', sharing a root with the English word 'nurse'.
- In German medical contexts, you may see Diätologe, a term borrowed from Greek that sounds more academic than the common Ernährungsberater.
Examples in context
- Tom studiert, um Ernährungsberater zu werden.Tom is studying to become a dietitian.This sentence is useful for describing someone's studies regarding the profession of Ernährungsberater.Tatoeba #11721475 by Gleggman, translation #10200138 by CK
- Der Ernährungsberater hat mir gesagt, dass ich zu viel Stärke esse.The dietitian told me that I eat too much starch.This sentence is useful for expressing what a specific Ernährungsberater has said regarding starch intake.Tatoeba #12339687 by Yorwba, translation #10457074 by AlanF_US
- Der Ernährungsberater hat mir wertvolle Tipps zur Gewichtsabnahme gegeben.The dietitian/nutrition advisor gave me valuable tips for weight loss.
- Mein Ernährungscoach hat mir geholfen, meine Essgewohnheiten positiv zu verändern.My dietitian/nutrition coach helped me change my eating habits positively.
- Ich habe einen Termin mit einem Ernährungsexperten vereinbart, um meine Essgewohnheiten zu verbessern.I have scheduled an appointment with a dietitian/nutrition expert to improve my eating habits.
- Mein Ernährungsberater ist sehr freundlich.My dietitian is very friendly.
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Example conversation
Julia and Felix are discussing a health appointment.
- FelixHast du schon einen Termin beim Ernährungsberater?Have you already made an appointment with the dietitian?
- JuliaNein, Felix, ich suche noch nach einem guten Experten.No, Felix, I am still looking for a good expert.
- FelixIch kann dir meinen Ernährungsberater empfehlen.I can recommend my dietitian to you.
- JuliaDas ist eine gute Idee, danke!That is a good idea, thanks!
Sources
- Wiktionary, “dietitian” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
