Ritter Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Ritter" is used as noun with the meaning of "knight", "gentleman" or "chivalrous person".

Essential properties of "Ritter"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Ritter
  • Plural: die Ritter

Meanings of "Ritter" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Medieval noble title; armored soldier on horseback"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Ritter ritt stolz durch das Dorf.The knight rode proudly through the village.
  2. Im Mittelalter war ein Ritter ein wichtiger Teil der feudalen Gesellschaft.In the Middle Ages, a knight was an important part of feudal society.
  3. Der junge Mann träumte davon, ein Ritter zu werden.The young man dreamed of becoming a knight.

2.) "A courteous, brave, and generous person; a gentleman"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er war ein wahrer Ritter und half der alten Dame über die Straße.He was a true gentleman and helped the old lady across the street.
  2. Sein Verhalten war stets wie das eines Ritters.His behavior was always like that of a gentleman.
  3. In schwierigen Situationen zeigte er sich immer als Ritter.In difficult situations, he always showed himself to be a gentleman.
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