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performer
A person who performs a musical work, a song, or an artistic role and shapes it in their own way.
Der junge Pianist gilt als einer der besten Interpreten von Chopins Werken.
The young pianist is considered one of the best performers of Chopin's works.
interpreter
Someone who interprets, explains, and gives meaning to something, such as a text, a law, or a work of art.
Als Interpret der Verfassung hat das Gericht eine große Verantwortung.
As an interpreter of the constitution, the court has a great responsibility.
'Der Interpret' (the interpreter/performer) is the person who carries out the action of the verb 'interpretieren' (to interpret). This connection helps you understand both meanings of the noun: the artistic performance and the interpretation of content.
Es ist die Aufgabe des Regisseurs, das Theaterstück zu interpretieren.
It is the director's job to interpret the play.
To distinguish the meanings, pay attention to the context. If it is about music, a song, or a role, the 'performer' is meant. If it is about a text, a law, or data, it refers to the person who explains the meaning.
Der Interpret des Liedes hat eine sehr klare Stimme.
The performer of the song has a very clear voice.
In the artistic sense, 'Interpret' (performer) is often used with the preposition 'von' (of/by) and the name of the composer or author. This makes clear whose work is being performed.
Er ist ein weltberühmter Interpret von Mozarts Klaviersonaten.
He is a world-famous performer of Mozart's piano sonatas.
singer
Der Sänger and der Interpret can refer to the same person performing a song. Sänger emphasizes that the person sings, while Interpret places more emphasis on the performer's own artistic shaping of the musical work. Sänger fits a simple description of the voice, while Interpret also works when describing the presentation of the song.
Der Interpret gestaltet das Lied heute Abend ganz persönlich.
The performer is giving the song a very personal interpretation this evening.
Der Sänger singt das Lied heute Abend live.
The singer is singing the song live this evening.
