der Drummer
drummer
A person who plays the drums; a drummer. The word is an Anglicism.
EXAMPLE
Der Drummer der Band sorgte für den richtigen Rhythmus.
The band's drummer provided the right rhythm.
der Drummer
drummer
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Word origin
'Drummer' is a word from English (an Anglicism). It is very common in German, especially in the area of modern music.
EXAMPLE
Für unsere neue Rockband suchen wir noch einen guten Drummer.
We're still looking for a good drummer for our new rock band.
Register and style
The word 'Drummer' (drummer) is mainly used in the context of pop, rock, or jazz music. It sounds more modern and international.
EXAMPLE
Der Drummer von dieser Jazz-Band ist weltberühmt.
The drummer of this jazz band is world-famous.
Typical collocations
Common combinations are 'der Drummer einer Band' (the drummer of a band) or sentences that describe his musical action, such as 'der Drummer spielt ein Solo' (the drummer plays a solo).
EXAMPLE
Plötzlich stand der Drummer auf und begann ein beeindruckendes Solo.
Suddenly the drummer stood up and began an impressive solo.
Compare with
Drummer vs Schlagzeuger
drummer
Der Schlagzeuger and der Drummer both refer to a person who plays the drums. Schlagzeuger is the standard German term, while Drummer is a stylistically marked English loanword. Schlagzeuger is usually the better choice in neutral texts and in teaching; in a casual band setting, Drummer can also sound natural.
Drummer
Der Drummer unserer Band übt jeden Abend für das Konzert.
The drummer in our band practices every evening for the concert.
Schlagzeuger
Der Schlagzeuger unserer Band übt jeden Abend für das Konzert.
The drummer in our band practices every evening for the concert.
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