nounnoun
der Zeitgenosse, -n
contemporary
Eine Person, die zur gleichen Zeit wie eine andere lebt.
The German word "Zeitgenosse" is a noun meaning "contemporary" — a person living in the same period of time.
- Components:
- Zeit = time
- Genosse = comrade or companion
Similar words:
- Gegenwartler (someone from the present)
- Zeitgenossin (female form of Zeitgenosse)
Difference:
- "Zeitgenosse" emphasizes being a companion or peer in the same historical or temporal context.
- "Gegenwartler" focuses more on simply existing in the present time, less on companionship.
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Examples
Er ist ein bekannter Zeitgenosse.noun
He is a well-known contemporary.
Viele Menschen bewundern diesen Zeitgenossen für seine Ansichten.noun
Many people admire this contemporary for his views.
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