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English - German
Doctor
ˈdɑktər
Extremely common
700 - 800
700 - 800
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The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Arzt/Ärztin, Doktor, behandeln
Doctor meanings in German
Arzt/Ärztin
Example:
The doctor prescribed medication for the patient.
Der Arzt verschrieb Medikamente für den Patienten.
She is a doctor specializing in pediatrics.
Sie ist eine Ärztin, die auf Kinderheilkunde spezialisiert ist.
Usage: formalContext: Medical settings, healthcare
Note: In German, 'Arzt' is used for a male doctor, and 'Ärztin' is used for a female doctor.
Doktor
Example:
Dr. Schmidt received his doctorate in physics.
Dr. Schmidt promovierte in Physik.
Professor Meier is a doctor of philosophy.
Professor Meier ist Doktor der Philosophie.
Usage: formalContext: Academic and professional titles
Note: In formal settings, 'Doktor' is used as a title for individuals who have attained a doctoral degree.
behandeln
Example:
The therapist will doctor the patient's wounds.
Der Therapeut wird die Wunden des Patienten behandeln.
He doctored the old photograph to remove blemishes.
Er bearbeitete das alte Foto, um Unreinheiten zu entfernen.
Usage: informalContext: Manipulating or altering something
Note: In a casual context, 'doctor' can mean to treat or modify something, often used in a non-medical sense.
Doctor's synonyms
physician
A physician is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries.
Example: The physician prescribed medication for the patient's illness.
Note: Physician is a more formal term than doctor and is often used in medical contexts.
surgeon
A surgeon is a doctor who specializes in performing surgical procedures.
Example: The surgeon performed a successful operation on the patient's heart.
Note: A surgeon focuses specifically on surgical interventions, while a doctor may have a broader medical practice.
practitioner
A practitioner is a person who practices a profession or art, often used to refer to healthcare providers.
Example: The holistic practitioner recommended acupuncture for pain relief.
Note: Practitioner is a more general term that can encompass various healthcare professions beyond medical doctors.
clinician
A clinician is a healthcare professional who works directly with patients to assess, diagnose, and treat medical conditions.
Example: The clinician conducted a thorough assessment of the patient's mental health.
Note: Clinician often refers to healthcare professionals who provide direct patient care and may include doctors as well as other specialized healthcare providers.
Doctor expressions, common phrases
A pill-pusher
This phrase is informal and slightly derogatory, referring to a doctor who excessively prescribes medication without considering other options or the patient's needs.
Example: I'm tired of going to doctors who are just pill-pushers and don't listen to my concerns.
Note: The term 'pill-pusher' is more colloquial and has a negative connotation compared to 'doctor'.
Doctor's orders
This phrase implies that the doctor has given specific instructions or recommendations that must be followed.
Example: I have to rest for a week, it's doctor's orders after my surgery.
Note: It emphasizes the authoritative nature of the medical advice given by a doctor.
A quack
A quack is a person who pretends to be a doctor or who promotes ineffective or fake medical treatments.
Example: Be careful with that new 'miracle' treatment, it might be a scam from a quack.
Note: This term is pejorative and implies deceit or incompetence, unlike the neutral term 'doctor'.
House call
A house call is when a doctor visits a patient at their home for medical treatment or consultation.
Example: My doctor made a house call when I was too sick to go to the clinic.
Note: This phrase refers to a specific type of medical service, different from a regular visit to the doctor's office.
A bedside manner
Bedside manner refers to a doctor's approach and demeanor in interacting with patients, showing empathy, compassion, and good communication skills.
Example: She is a great doctor with a wonderful bedside manner, always making patients feel comfortable.
Note: It focuses on the interpersonal skills and emotional support provided by a doctor, distinct from their medical expertise.
Play doctor
To 'play doctor' means to role-play medical scenarios, often in a childlike or innocent manner.
Example: As children, we used to play doctor and pretend to give each other check-ups.
Note: This phrase is playful and imaginative, contrasting with the serious and professional role of a real doctor.
Call in sick
To 'call in sick' means to inform one's employer that you are too unwell to come to work due to illness.
Example: I had to call in sick today because of my flu symptoms.
Note: While a doctor can give a sick note, this phrase is about notifying an employer rather than seeking medical treatment.
Doctor everyday (slang) expressions
Doc
A common abbreviation for 'doctor'. It is informal and commonly used in casual conversations.
Example: I'm feeling really sick, I should go see the doc.
Note: Less formal and shorter than 'doctor'.
Medico
A slang term derived from 'medical professional' or 'medic'. It is used informally to refer to a doctor.
Example: The medico said I need to rest for a few days.
Note: Slang term that sounds more casual and friendly compared to 'doctor'.
Shrink
A colloquial term for a psychiatrist or psychologist. It is often used informally to refer to a mental health professional.
Example: I've been seeing a shrink to work through some issues.
Note: Specifically used to refer to mental health professionals, unlike 'doctor' which is a more general term.
Sawbones
An old-fashioned slang term for a doctor, especially a surgeon.
Example: The sawbones fixed up my broken arm in no time.
Note: An outdated and informal term for 'doctor', not commonly used in modern language.
Quack
A derogatory term used to describe a fake or incompetent doctor, often someone practicing alternative medicine without proper qualifications.
Example: I wouldn't trust that quack with my health; they seem unreliable.
Note: Negative connotation implying deceit or lack of skill, unlike 'doctor' which is a neutral term.
Doctor - Examples
The doctor prescribed me some medication for my cold.
Der Arzt hat mir einige Medikamente gegen meine Erkältung verschrieben.
My sister wants to become a doctor when she grows up.
Meine Schwester möchte Ärztin werden, wenn sie groß ist.
The doctor examined the patient thoroughly before making a diagnosis.
Der Arzt hat den Patienten gründlich untersucht, bevor er eine Diagnose stellte.
Doctor grammar
Doctor - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: doctor
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): doctors
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): doctor
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): doctored
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): doctoring
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): doctors
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): doctor
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): doctor
Syllables, Separation and Stress
doctor Contains 2 syllables: doc • tor
Phonetic transcription: ˈdäk-tər
doc tor , ˈdäk tər (The red syllable is stressed)
Doctor - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
doctor: 700 - 800 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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