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Wegbegleiter

companion through life

noun VEK-be-gly-ter Rare

Also means

fellow traveller (on life's path)

Usage Note

Wegbegleiter is a figurative term for someone who walks part of life's journey alongside you — a mentor, close friend, or partner. The feminine form is Wegbegleiterin. Often found in eulogies or tributes.

Examples

"Er war nicht nur ihr Chef, sondern auch ein wichtiger Wegbegleiter."

Natural Translation

He was not only her boss but also an important companion through life.

Literal Translation

He was not only her boss but also an important path-companion.

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