nounnoun
der Bewerber, –
pályázó
Eine Person, die sich um eine Stelle, Ausbildung oder einen Studienplatz bemüht und dafür Unterlagen einreicht.
The German word "Bewerber" is a noun meaning "applicant" or "candidate." It comes from the verb "bewerben" (to apply), and the suffix "-er" which denotes a person performing the action.
- werben means to recruit or to campaign.
- Bewerben literally means to apply for something (e.g., a job, a position).
Similar words:
- Kandidat (candidate)
- Teilnehmer (participant)
- Anwärter (aspirant)
Differences:
- Bewerber specifically refers to someone actively applying for a position or opportunity.
- Kandidat can imply selection or nomination but not necessarily active application.
- Teilnehmer denotes someone participating rather than applying.
- Anwärter signifies someone aspiring or eligible, but might not have formally applied.
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Examples
Die Bewerberin hat sich für den Job beworben.noun
A pályázó jelentkezett az állásra.
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