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A person or organization to whom something legally belongs; the owner. The term is often used as a formal or technical term for the owner of larger assets such as companies, ships, or real estate.
Der Eigner der Reederei hat den Verkauf von drei Containerschiffen bestätigt.
The owner of the shipping company confirmed the sale of three container ships.
'Eigner' belongs to the word family of 'eigen' (own) and 'das Eigentum' (property). This connection helps you quickly recognize and remember the meaning 'Besitzer' (owner).
Er ist der stolze Eigner eines Oldtimers.
He is the proud owner of a classic car.
The word 'Eigner' (owner) is formal and is mainly used in technical or specialist language, especially in business, law, and shipping. In everyday language, 'Besitzer' (owner/possessor) or 'Eigentümer' (owner) is more common.
Der Eigner des Frachters muss für den Schaden aufkommen.
The owner of the freighter must pay for the damage.
'Eigner' (owner) is often used for owners of large and valuable things. Typical combinations are 'Schiffseigner' (shipowner), 'Firmeninhaber' (company owner), or 'Eigner einer Immobilie' (owner of a property).
Die Eigner der Fluggesellschaft haben dem Verkauf zugestimmt.
The owners of the airline agreed to the sale.
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Besitzer and Eigner can both refer to a person who owns something. Eigner sounds more formal or technical and is often used for larger assets such as ships. Besitzer is the more general, neutral term and is also suitable in everyday speech.
Der Eigner des großen Schiffes lässt das Deck reparieren.
The owner of the large ship is having the deck repaired.
Der Besitzer des Hauses lässt das Dach reparieren.
The owner of the house is having the roof repaired.
