In German
Orthopädin
Meaning: orthopaedist (female)
Example sentences
DieOrthopädinhatmeinKnieuntersucht.
The orthopaedist examined my knee.
MeineGroßmuttergehtregelmäßigzurOrthopädin.
My grandmother goes to the orthopaedist regularly.
DerOrthopädeverschreibtmirEinlagen.
The orthopaedist prescribed me insoles.
Grammar note
“Orthopädin” is the female form; the male form is “Orthopäde”. The field itself is “Orthopädie”.
Common mistake
“Orthopädie” is the medical field, not the doctor. For the person, use “Orthopädin” or “Orthopäde”.
Quick check
Which of these is the German for “orthopaedist” (female)?
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What is the male form of Orthopädin?
“Orthopäde”.
What is “Orthopädie”?
“Orthopädie” is the medical field of bones, joints and muscles.