der Verfasser
author
A person who has written a written text, such as a book, an article, a letter, or an expert report.
EXAMPLE
Der Verfasser dieses Romans ist leider unbekannt.
The author of this novel is unfortunately unknown.
der Verfasser
author
der Verfasser, die Verfasser
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Meanings
Forms
Forms adapted from the German Wiktionary entry Verfasser, by Wiktionary contributors, licence CC BY-SA 4.0.
At a glance
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Verfasser |
| genitive | des Verfassers |
The four cases
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Verfasser | die Verfasser |
| accusative | den Verfasser | die Verfasser |
| dative | dem Verfasser | den Verfassern |
| genitive | des Verfassers | der Verfasser |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
Usage tips
Word family
'Verfasser' (author) is derived directly from the verb 'verfassen' (to write or compose), which means 'to write or create a text.' A 'Verfasser' is therefore the person who has written a text.
EXAMPLE
Es dauerte Monate, dieses Buch zu verfassen.
It took months to write this book.
Formal style
The word 'Verfasser' (author) belongs to a rather formal or official register. It is often found in academic, legal, or literary studies texts.
EXAMPLE
Der Verfasser des Gutachtens wurde zur Anhörung geladen.
The author of the expert report was summoned to the hearing.
Use with genitive
Very often, 'Verfasser' (author) is followed by a genitive that indicates which text is meant. Typical formulations are 'der Verfasser des Buches' (the author of the book) or 'die Verfasserin des Artikels' (the author of the article).
EXAMPLE
Die Identität des Verfassers der anonymen Briefe konnte nie geklärt werden.
The identity of the author of the anonymous letters could never be established.
Compare with
Verfasser vs Autor
author
Both words can refer to the person who wrote a written text. „Der Verfasser“ usually refers objectively to a specific document, while „der Autor“ more strongly suggests a published or general writing role. When asking about a particular document, „Verfasser“ is therefore often suitable.
Verfasser
Der Verfasser dieses Briefes bittet um eine kurze Antwort.
The author of this letter asks for a brief reply.
Autor
Der Autor veröffentlicht jedes Jahr einen neuen Roman.
The author publishes a new novel every year.
In real life
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