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magician / wizard
A person who supposedly has supernatural powers and practices magic; a wizard. Usually in fairy tales, myths, and fantasy literature.
Der weise Magier half dem König mit einem mächtigen Schutzzauber.
The wise magician helped the king with a powerful protective spell.
'Der Magier' (the magician) belongs to the word family of 'die Magie' (magic) and the adjective 'magisch' (magical). If you know one of these words, you can understand and remember the others more easily.
Die Zuschauer waren von der Magie der Show begeistert.
The audience was thrilled by the magic of the show.
The context reveals the exact meaning. In stories about fantasy, myths, or fairy tales, it means a real wizard. In the context of a stage, show, and audience, it means a stage magician or illusionist.
In dem Buch kämpft der Held gegen einen bösen Magier.
In the book, the hero fights against an evil magician.
In the fantasy meaning, 'Magier' (magician/wizard) is often combined with adjectives such as 'mächtig' (powerful), 'weise' (wise), or 'böse' (evil). Typical verbs describe his powers, e.g. 'einen Zauber wirken' (to cast a spell).
Ein weiser Magier gab dem Prinzen einen guten Rat.
A wise magician gave the prince good advice.
When a stage performer is meant, 'Magier' (magician) is often used with verbs like 'vorführen' (to perform/demonstrate), 'zeigen' (to show), or 'das Publikum unterhalten' (to entertain the audience). His actions are referred to as 'Tricks' (tricks) or 'Illusionen' (illusions).
Der Magier führte einen beeindruckenden Kartentrick vor.
The magician performed an impressive card trick.
magician / wizard
'Zauberer' and 'Magier' can both refer to a person who does magic or performs magic tricks. In fairy tales, fantasy stories, or at a show, the words are often very similar. 'Zauberer' sounds a bit simpler in everyday language and fits well with children's parties or fairy tales. 'Magier' often sounds a bit more solemn or mysterious and is often used in fantasy or for stage performers. Learners can easily confuse the words because both fit magic and illusions. Usually, the style of the text determines which word sounds more natural.
In dem Fantasyfilm schützt ein alter Magier das Königreich.
In the fantasy film, an old wizard protects the kingdom.
Heute tritt ein Zauberer auf dem Kinderfest auf.
Today a magician is performing at the children's party.