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How do you say "veterinarian" in German?
der Tierarzt
In German, "veterinarian" is der Tierarzt.
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Pronunciation
Pronounced 'TEER-artst', stress on the first syllable, with 'ie' as a long 'ee'.
Grammar notes
der Tierarzt is masculine. Plural: der Tierärzte.
Example sentence
Der Tierarzt behandelte den kranken Hund.
The veterinarian treated the sick dog.
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How to remember der Tierarzt
Tierarzt is Tier (animal) plus Arzt (doctor) - literally an 'animal doctor', which is exactly what a vet is.
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Questions about der Tierarzt
How do you say "veterinarian" in German?
In German, "veterinarian" is der Tierarzt. It is a noun.
Is der Tierarzt masculine, feminine, or neuter?
der Tierarzt is masculine. Plural: der Tierärzte.
How is der Tierarzt used in a sentence?
Use der Tierarzt as you would use the equivalent noun in English. For example: Der Tierarzt behandelte den kranken Hund. (The veterinarian treated the sick dog.).
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