Reisender
[ˈʁaɪ̯zn̩dɐ]
The German word for traveler is Reisender.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Reisender is Reisende. In the accusative or dative case (for example, after für or mit), the word takes the ending -en to become Reisenden.
Did you know?
- German has a specific term, Weltenbummler, for a traveler who wanders the world without a fixed destination or a strict itinerary.
- The word Reisender is an 'adjectival noun', meaning it is actually a participle of a verb acting as a person, which is why it follows adjective ending rules.
- In older German literature, a traveler might be described as a Wanderer, which implies a more aimless or poetic journeying than the literal 'traveling' of a Reisender.
Examples in context
- Der Reisende sucht nach einem Hotel in der Nähe des Flughafens.The traveler is looking for a hotel near the airport.
- Die Reisende erkundet die historische Altstadt.The female traveler is exploring the historic old town.
- Unsere Gäste sind internationale Reisende.Our guests are international travelers.
- Die Reisenden haben eine großartige Zeit in den Bergen.The travelers are having a great time in the mountains.
- Unsere Freunde sind begeisterte Urlauber und reisen oft ins Ausland.Our friends are enthusiastic vacationers and often travel abroad.
- Der Weltenbummler hat bereits über 50 Länder besucht.The globetrotter has already visited over 50 countries.
- Ein erfahrener Reisender kennt die Wege.An experienced traveler knows the paths.
Example conversation
Julian and Laura are at an airport information desk.
- JulianEntschuldigung, ist dieser Bereich nur für einen Reisender?Excuse me, is this area only for a traveler?
- LauraJa, Julian, man muss ein Ticket haben.Yes, Julian, you must have a ticket.
- JulianIch bin ein Reisender, aber mein Ticket ist digital.I am a traveler, but my ticket is digital.
- LauraDas ist völlig in Ordnung, Laura hilft dir gerne.That is perfectly fine, Laura will be happy to help you.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Reisender, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Reisender, CC BY-SA 4.0.
