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male nurse
A male person whose job is to care for and look after sick or injured people, usually in a hospital or care facility. The official job title today is 'Pflegefachmann' (nursing professional) or 'Gesundheits- und Krankenpfleger' (healthcare and nursing professional).
Der Krankenpfleger brachte dem Patienten seine Medikamente und wechselte den Verband.
The male nurse brought the patient his medication and changed the bandage.
The word is clearly made up of 'Kranken' (sick people) and 'Pfleger' (someone who cares for others). So it literally describes a person who takes care of sick people.
Ein freundlicher Krankenpfleger half ihr aus dem Bett.
A friendly male nurse helped her out of bed.
When you learn 'Krankenpfleger' (male nurse), also learn the related words: the verb 'pflegen' (to care for), the noun 'die Pflege' (care), and the place 'das Krankenhaus' (hospital). This helps you connect your vocabulary.
Die Pflege im Krankenhaus war ausgezeichnet.
The care in the hospital was excellent.
'Krankenpfleger' (male nurse) is very common in everyday language. In official documents or job advertisements, however, you will usually find the official titles 'Gesundheits- und Krankenpfleger' (healthcare and nursing professional) or 'Pflegefachmann' (nursing professional) today.
Er macht eine Ausbildung zum Gesundheits- und Krankenpfleger.
He is training to become a healthcare and nursing professional.
doctor
'der Arzt' and 'der Krankenpfleger' both work with sick or injured people, especially in healthcare. The doctor examines patients, makes diagnoses, and decides on medical treatment. The male nurse cares for and looks after patients in everyday situations, for example by helping them, observing their condition, and carrying out certain tasks according to a plan. Learners may confuse the words because both often work in a hospital. When it is about diagnosis and medical decisions, you say 'Arzt'. When it is about care and support, 'Krankenpfleger' fits.
Der Krankenpfleger hilft dem Patienten beim Aufstehen und bringt ihm frisches Wasser.
The male nurse helps the patient get up and brings him fresh water.
Nach der Untersuchung erklärt der Arzt, welche Behandlung nötig ist.
After the examination, the doctor explains what treatment is necessary.