nounnoun

der Nutzer, –

user

Eine Person, die etwas verwendet, zum Beispiel ein Gerät, ein Programm oder einen Dienst.

Definition & meaning

The German word Nutzer refers to a person who uses something, such as a service, a piece of equipment, a facility, or a product.

  1. General usage: It describes anyone who makes use of an object or an offer.
  2. Computing/Digital context: It is the standard term for a "user" of a computer, a software application, or an online platform. It implies someone who has an account or interacts with a digital interface.

Grammar & Word origin

Grammar:

  • It is a masculine noun (der).
  • Plural: die Nutzer.
  • Genitive singular: des Nutzers.

Word origin: The word is derived from the verb "nutzen" (to use/utilize). It follows the common German pattern of forming agent nouns by adding the suffix "-er" to the root of a verb. It is a direct cognate to the English term "user."

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Benutzer Nutzer
  • Anwender Nutzer
  • Konsument Nutzer
  • Gebraucher Nutzer

Antonyms:

  • Anbieter Nutzer (provider)
  • Hersteller Nutzer (manufacturer/producer)

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Examples

Der Nutzer erstellt ein neues Konto.noun

The user creates a new account.

Viele Nutzer bevorzugen einfache Passwörter.noun

Many users prefer simple passwords.

Der Nutzer hat einen Kommentar hinterlassen.noun

The user left a comment.

Die App informiert alle Nutzer über neue Funktionen.noun

The app informs all users about new features.

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