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How do you say "accountant" in German?
der Buchhalter
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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