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bouncer
A person who checks admission at the entrance to a club, bar, or event and ensures security.
Der Türsteher hat uns nicht in den Club gelassen, weil wir zu jung aussahen.
The bouncer didn't let us into the club because we looked too young.
'Türsteher' (bouncer) is a compound word made from 'die Tür' (the door) and 'der Steher' (a person who stands). So it literally describes a person who stands at the door to check people.
Der Türsteher prüft die Ausweise der Gäste.
The bouncer checks the guests' IDs.
Typical verbs that describe the function of a bouncer are 'reinlassen' (to let in), 'abweisen' (to turn away), or 'kontrollieren' (to check). A common phrase is also 'am Türsteher vorbeikommen' (to get past the bouncer).
Der Türsteher hat uns freundlich reingelassen.
The bouncer let us in in a friendly way.
'Türsteher' (bouncer) is the most common everyday word for this person. It is used both in spoken language and in newspaper articles or books.
Er arbeitet am Wochenende als Türsteher in einem bekannten Club.
He works as a bouncer at a well-known club on weekends.
folder / binder / steward
Both words can refer to a person at an event who is responsible for security. An Ordner generally takes care of order and safety, while a Türsteher specifically controls admission to a club, bar, or event. Choose Türsteher when the focus is on checking people at the entrance.
Der Türsteher kontrolliert am Eingang des Clubs die Gäste.
The bouncer checks the guests at the entrance to the club.
Die Ordner sorgen während des Konzerts für Sicherheit im gesamten Saal.
The stewards ensure safety throughout the concert hall.
