No. 11,562 in German
stifter
"Stifter" in English means "founder," "donor," or "benefactor," depending on the context.
In a sentence
Der Stifter des wohltätigen Vereins wurde herzlich begrüßt.
The founder of the charitable association was warmly welcomed.
In this context, 'Stifter' is used to refer to a person who founded or established something, like an organization or fund.
Die Stifterin dieser Kunstwerke hat viele wertvolle Gemälde beigetragen.
The donor of these artworks has contributed many valuable paintings.
Here, 'Stifterin' (feminine form) means a benefactor or donor who offers support, typically in the form of contributions or gifts.
Als Stifter von Vertrauen spielt Ehrlichkeit eine wichtige Rolle.
As an instigator of trust, honesty plays an important role.
In this example, 'Stifter' denotes someone who inspires or creates an intangible concept, such as trust or confidence.
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