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Patient

German → American English

American English

patient

Eine Person, die medizinisch behandelt wird oder sich in ärztlicher Betreuung befindet.

Der Patient wartet im Wartezimmer auf den Arzt.

Use der Patient for a male patient; the feminine form is die Patientin. In medical contexts, it usually refers to someone receiving treatment, not simply a customer or visitor.

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Patient" mean in English?
"Patient" means patient, a person receiving medical care or treatment.
Is "Patient" masculine or feminine in German?
Der Patient is masculine. The feminine form is die Patientin.
What is the plural of "Patient" in German?
The plural is die Patienten.
How do you say "female patient" in German?
You say die Patientin.