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doorman in German

doorman in German is Pförtner, Portier — doorman means an employee stationed at the entrance of a building, especially a hotel or apartment block, who greets visitors, opens the door, and often helps with deliveries or taxis.

doorman in German

Pförtner
noun
A person who holds open the door at the entryway (entrance) to a building, summons taxicabs, and provides an element of security; in apartment buildings, he also accepts deliveries and may perform certain concierge type services.
Portier
noun
A person who holds open the door at the entryway (entrance) to a building, summons taxicabs, and provides an element of security; in apartment buildings, he also accepts deliveries and may perform certain concierge type services.

What does "doorman" mean?

  1. noun An employee stationed at the entrance of a building, especially a hotel or apartment block, who greets visitors, opens the door, and often helps with deliveries or taxis.
    "The doorman tipped his hat as we walked in."
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doorman in a sentence

  • The doorman tipped his hat as we walked in.

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What is "doorman" in German?

"doorman" in German is Pförtner, Portier. doorman means: An employee stationed at the entrance of a building, especially a hotel or apartment block, who greets visitors, opens the door, and often helps with deliveries or taxis.

How do you use "doorman" in a sentence?

Example: "The doorman tipped his hat as we walked in." In German, "doorman" is Pförtner, Portier.

Are there other ways to say "doorman" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "doorman": Pförtner, Portier.

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