ritter
word
Definition
'Ritter' is a German word meaning 'knight'; it was a historical title of nobility, similar to a knight in medieval Europe.
Usage & Nuances
'Ritter' is almost always used in reference to German history or titles, not modern English. In English contexts, use 'knight'. In German, 'Ritter' was a rank among minor nobility.
Spanish: caballero (histórico, alemán)Portuguese (BR): cavaleiro (título alemão)Portuguese (PT): cavaleiro (título alemão)Chinese (Simplified): 骑士（德国历史头衔）Chinese (Traditional): 騎士（德國歷史頭銜）Hindi: रिटर (जर्मन शूरवीर/नाइट टाइटल)Arabic: ريتر (لقب فارسي للفارس الألماني)
Example Sentences
Many castles belonged to powerful Ritters.
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A Ritter was a nobleman in medieval Germany.
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The king gave him the title of Ritter.
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In German tales, a Ritter often fights dragons to save the people.
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He dressed as a Ritter for the historical festival downtown.
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Unlike an English knight, a Ritter had different rights and duties.
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