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editor
A person who works at a publishing house and checks, evaluates, edits, and prepares authors' manuscripts for publication.
Der Lektor schlug dem Autor vor, das letzte Kapitel komplett umzuschreiben.
The editor suggested to the author that he completely rewrite the final chapter.
You can recognize the meaning of 'Lektor' from the context. Words like 'Verlag' (publishing house) or 'Manuskript' (manuscript) point to the profession in publishing. 'Universität' (university) points to the teacher, and 'Kirche' (church) or 'Gottesdienst' (church service) to the role of reading biblical texts aloud.
Der Lektor im Verlag hat viele Änderungen vorgeschlagen.
The editor at the publishing house suggested many changes.
In a publishing context, a Lektor (editor) works closely with authors. Typical activities are: 'Manuskripte prüfen' (to review manuscripts), 'Texte redigieren' (to edit texts), and 'Bücher für die Veröffentlichung vorbereiten' (to prepare books for publication).
Ein guter Lektor erkennt das Potenzial eines Manuskripts sofort.
A good editor recognizes the potential of a manuscript immediately.
At a university, a Lektor (lecturer) is often a native speaker who teaches their own language. The job title is often combined with the language, for example 'Lektor für Französisch' (lecturer in French).
Er hat eine Stelle als Lektor für Deutsch an der Universität in Tokio angenommen.
He accepted a position as a lecturer in German at the university in Tokyo.
In the church, the Lektor (lector) is a layperson, meaning not a priest or pastor. Their main task is to present the biblical readings in the church service clearly and intelligibly.
Wer nächsten Sonntag Lektor ist, steht im Gottesdienstplan.
Who is the lector next Sunday is listed in the service schedule.
teacher
'der Lehrer' and 'der Lektor' can both be people who teach. 'der Lehrer' fits especially well for school and, in general, for people whose job is teaching. In this relation, 'der Lektor' means someone who teaches at a university, often a language, especially abroad. Learners may confuse the words because both pass on knowledge. In everyday language, however, people usually say 'Lehrer' when talking about school. 'Lektor' sounds more specific and fits better for university contexts or language teaching at a higher education institution.
An der Universität unterrichtet ein Lektor aus Spanien einen Sprachkurs.
At the university, a lecturer from Spain teaches a language course.
Der Lehrer erklärt der Klasse die neue Grammatik sehr ruhig.
The teacher explains the new grammar to the class very calmly.