goldsmith
der Goldschmied, die Goldschmiede
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goldsmith
A person who makes, works with, or repairs jewelry and other objects made of gold and other precious metals.
Der Goldschmied fertigte den Ring nach einem alten Entwurf an.
The goldsmith made the ring according to an old design.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Goldschmiede |
| genitive | des Goldschmiedes |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Goldschmied | die Goldschmiede |
| accusative | den Goldschmied | die Goldschmiede |
| dative | dem Goldschmied | den Goldschmieden |
| genitive | des Goldschmiedes des Goldschmieds | der Goldschmiede |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Goldschmied' (goldsmith) is made up of 'Gold' (gold) and 'Schmied' (smith). The first part refers to the material this craftsperson works with especially often.
Der Goldschmied arbeitet mit Gold, Silber und Platin.
The goldsmith works with gold, silver, and platinum.
Typical collocations include 'als Goldschmied arbeiten' (to work as a goldsmith), 'Goldschmied werden' (to become a goldsmith), and 'ein erfahrener Goldschmied' (an experienced goldsmith). These phrases describe someone who practices or is learning this profession.
Nach der Lehre arbeitete er viele Jahre als Goldschmied in einer kleinen Werkstatt.
After completing his apprenticeship, he worked for many years as a goldsmith in a small workshop.
When referring to a visit or commission, 'zum Goldschmied' (to the goldsmith's) and 'beim Goldschmied' (at the goldsmith's) are frequently used. 'Zum' indicates movement to this craftsman's workshop, while 'beim' refers to being or doing something there.
Wir gehen morgen zum Goldschmied, um den Ring ändern zu lassen.
We're going to the goldsmith's tomorrow to have the ring resized.
Beim Goldschmied suchte sie einen passenden Anhänger aus.
At the goldsmith's, she chose a suitable pendant.
