Begeisterter

Begeisterter is a German noun that denotes a person who is enthusiastic about something—an enthusiast. The term is used to describe someone who shows strong, sustained interest or passion for a subject, activity, or hobby. It can refer to a broad range of interests, from sports and arts to technology or travel.

Etymology and forms: Begeisterter derives from the verb begeistern, meaning to inspire or to excite. As a noun, it is an agent noun formed with the -er suffix. The masculine singular form is Der Begeisterte; the feminine singular is Die Begeisterte; the plural is Die Begeisterten. All forms are capitalized, as with German nouns, and the gender is shown by the article.

Usage and nuances: Bezeichnungen like Begeisterter emphasize the person, not just the feeling. It is commonly used in neutral or descriptive contexts, and can carry a positive tone, though it is not inherently evaluative. The adjective begeistert exists separately and means “enthusiastic” in describing a person or their attitude, while Begeisterung is the corresponding noun meaning “enthusiasm.”

Examples: Er ist ein begeisterter Bergsteiger. Sie ist eine begeisterte Musikerin. Die Begeisterten applaudierten am Ende des Konzerts. In plural use, Die Begeisterten kann also auf eine Gruppe von Enthusiasten verweisen.

See also: Begeisterung, begeistern, En­thusiast, Fan.

Begeisterter serves as a concise label for someone who demonstrates genuine and sustained enthusiasm, making it a common term in biographical, journalistic, and conversational German.