Jäger
/ˈjɛːɡɐ/
The English word hunter is translated into German as Jäger.
The term refers to a person who hunts animals.
Meaning: person who hunts animals (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
The feminine form is Jägerin, while the plural form remains Jäger. In the masculine genitive case, the word takes an -s ending: des Jägers.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈjɛːɡɐ/
Did you know?
- The word Jäger is used in the name of the famous liqueur Jägermeister, where it translates to 'Master Hunter'.
- While a Jäger hunts animals, a person who hunts for bargains or cheap deals is called an Schnäppchenjäger.
- A Jäger in Germany may be required to pass a rigorous state exam, the Jagdschein, which includes complex laws on biology and forestry before they can hunt.
Examples in context
- Yanni ist ein Jäger.Yanni is a hunter.Tatoeba #11980522 by Naina, translation #9977819 by Amastan
- Mein Vater ist Jäger.My father's a hunter.Tatoeba #8345331 by manese, translation #9935791 by ddnktr
- Felix ist kein Jäger.Felix isn't a hunter.Tatoeba #13078621 by Vortarulo, translation #11628207 by Amastan
- Der Jäger beobachtete geduldig das Wild, bevor er einen Schuss abfeuerte.The hunter patiently observed the game before taking a shot.
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Example conversation
Hannah and Lukas are talking about a historical film.
- HannahWar der Mann im Film ein Jäger?Was the man in the film a hunter?
- LukasJa, er war ein erfahrener Jäger.Yes, he was an experienced hunter.
- HannahLukas, kennst du solche Geschichten?Lukas, do you know such stories?
- LukasIch lese gerne über die Natur.I like reading about nature.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Jäger, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
