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How do you say "receptionist" in German?

der Rezeptionist

Noun Masculine

In German, "receptionist" is der Rezeptionist.

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Pronunciation

Say 're-tsep-tsee-oh-NIST' with stress on the last syllable. Five syllables.

Grammar notes

Der Rezeptionist is a masculine noun. Plural: die Rezeptionisten. Female form: die Rezeptionistin.

Example sentence

Der Rezeptionist nimmt Anrufe an.

The receptionist answers calls.

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How to remember der Rezeptionist

Rezeptionist comes from Rezeption (reception). Receptionists greet visitors at the reception desk.

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Questions about der Rezeptionist

How do you say "receptionist" in German?

In German, "receptionist" is der Rezeptionist. It is a noun.

Is der Rezeptionist masculine or feminine?

Der Rezeptionist is a masculine noun. Plural: die Rezeptionisten. Female form: die Rezeptionistin.

How is der Rezeptionist used in a sentence?

Use der Rezeptionist as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Rezeptionist nimmt Anrufe an. (The receptionist answers calls.).

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