magician / wizard
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magician / wizard
A person who (seemingly) has magical powers and practices magic. This can refer to a performer who does magic tricks, or to a character in fairy tales and fantasy stories.
Der Zauberer ließ ein Kaninchen aus seinem Hut erscheinen.
The magician made a rabbit appear from his hat.
'Der Zauberer' belongs to the word family of 'der Zauber' (magic) and the verb 'zaubern' (to do magic). The ending '-er' refers to the male person who performs this activity.
Er kann zaubern wie ein echter Zauberer.
He can do magic like a real magician.
You can recognize the figurative meaning by the fact that it refers to a real ability, not supernatural magic. It is a great compliment for someone who is extremely good in a certain area.
Mein Automechaniker ist ein Zauberer; er findet jeden Fehler.
My car mechanic is a wizard; he finds every problem.
In the figurative meaning, people often specify the area in which someone is a 'Zauberer' (wizard). Typical constructions are 'ein Zauberer an/mit + [instrument/tool]' or 'in + [area]'.
Er ist ein wahrer Zauberer am Klavier.
He is a true wizard at the piano.
master / champion
'der Meister' and 'der Zauberer' can both figuratively describe a person who can do something extraordinarily well. 'Meister' sounds more direct and serious: the person has a lot of skill, experience, or perfection. 'Zauberer' is more figurative and often admiring or playful. It sounds as if the person achieves something almost effortlessly, or as if by magic. In a factual text, 'Meister' usually fits better. If you want to emphasize a special effect or an amazing talent, 'Zauberer' can sound very natural.
Mehmet ist ein Zauberer in der Küche und macht aus wenigen Zutaten ein tolles Essen.
Mehmet is a wizard in the kitchen and makes a great meal from just a few ingredients.
Frau Becker ist eine Meisterin darin, schwierige Themen einfach zu erklären.
Ms. Becker is a master at explaining difficult topics simply.