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How do you say "accountant" in German?

der Buchhalter

Noun Masculine

In German, "accountant" is der Buchhalter.

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Pronunciation

Say 'BOOKH-hal-ter' with stress on the first syllable. Three syllables.

Grammar notes

Der Buchhalter is a masculine noun. Plural: die Buchhalter. Female form: die Buchhalterin.

Example sentence

Der Buchhalter arbeitet im Büro.

The accountant works in the office.

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How to remember der Buchhalter

Buchhalter contains Buch (book) and halten (to hold). Accountants hold the books.

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Questions about der Buchhalter

How do you say "accountant" in German?

In German, "accountant" is der Buchhalter. It is a noun.

Is der Buchhalter masculine or feminine?

Der Buchhalter is a masculine noun. Plural: die Buchhalter. Female form: die Buchhalterin.

How is der Buchhalter used in a sentence?

Use der Buchhalter as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Buchhalter arbeitet im Büro. (The accountant works in the office.).

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