nounnoun
der Ermittler, –
nyomozó
Eine Person, die nach der Wahrheit sucht und Hinweise sammelt, um einen Fall aufzuklären.
The German word "Ermittler" is a noun meaning "investigator" or "detective". It comes from the verb "ermitteln" (to investigate), which is derived from "mitteln" (to mediate, to act as an intermediary).
Related words:
- Detektiv (detective)
- Polizist (policeman)
- Inspektor (inspector)
Differences:
- Ermittler is a general term for someone conducting an investigation, often officially or legally.
- Detektiv usually refers to a private detective.
- Polizist specifies a police officer, who may or may not be directly involved in investigations.
- Inspektor is a rank within law enforcement, often with investigative duties.
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Examples
Ein Ermittler untersucht den mysteriösen Fall.noun
Egy nyomozó vizsgálja a rejtélyes esetet.
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