shepherd

• Substantiv, das eine Person bezeichnet, die Schafe hütet und versorgt, oder einen Geistlichen, der für die geistliche Leitung und Fürsorge einer Gemeinde sorgt.

A noun referring to a person who herds and tends to sheep, or a clergyman who provides spiritual guidance and care for a congregation.

1. ClergymanB2formal

   A religious leader who provides spiritual guidance and care to a congregation.

   Hirte

   • The shepherd led the Sunday service with a heartfelt sermon.
   • He has been a faithful shepherd to his community for decades.
   • The congregation respects their shepherd for his wisdom and kindness.

   Synonymechaplainclergymanclericministerpadreparsonpastorpriestrectorvicar

2. Herder of sheepA2formal

   A person who herds, tends, and guards sheep, often in open fields or pastures.

   Hirte

   • The shepherd guided the flock across the valley.
   • Every morning, the shepherd counts his sheep to ensure none are missing.
   • A good shepherd protects his sheep from wolves and bad weather.

   Synonymeherdsmanpastorsheepherdersheepman

• Verb, das bezeichnet, eine Gruppe von Menschen oder Tieren behutsam oder beschützend zu lenken, zu führen oder zu geleiten. Es umfasst sowohl das Hüten von Tieren als auch das Führen und Betreuen von Personen.

A verb used to indicate the act of guiding, directing, or leading a group of people or animals, especially in a careful or protective manner.

1. Guide or directB2formal

   To guide, direct, or watch over a group of people, especially in a protective or careful manner.

   Behüten und leiten

   • The teacher shepherded her students through the museum.
   • The tour guide shepherded the group to the next exhibit.
   • He shepherded the new employees through their first day.

   Synonymechaperoneconductconvoydirectescortguideherdleadmarshalpilotsteertendusherwatch over

2. Tend or herd animalsB1formal

   To take care of, guide, and protect a flock of sheep or goats.

   Hüten

   • The farmer shepherds his sheep across the field every morning.
   • She learned how to shepherd goats from her grandfather.
   • They shepherd the flock to higher pastures during the summer.

   Synonymedriveguardguideherdtendwatch