A1 Expression Neutral

Ich bin Rentnerin.

I am a retiree (female).

Meaning

To state one's status as a female retired person.

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Cultural Background

Retirement is a major life milestone often celebrated with parties. Similar to Germany, but 'Pensionistin' is often used instead of 'Rentnerin'.

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Gender matters

Always check if you need the feminine -in suffix in German.

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Status

Retirement is a respected status in German culture.

Meaning

To state one's status as a female retired person.

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Gender matters

Always check if you need the feminine -in suffix in German.

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Status

Retirement is a respected status in German culture.

Test Yourself

Which is correct?

Choose the correct sentence for a woman:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ich bin Rentnerin.

The feminine suffix '-in' is required for women, and no article is used.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is correct? Choose A1

Choose the correct sentence for a woman:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Ich bin Rentnerin.

The feminine suffix '-in' is required for women, and no article is used.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

No, omit 'eine' when stating your profession.

No, men use 'Rentner'.

Related Phrases

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Ich bin im Ruhestand

synonym

I am in retirement

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Ich gehe in Rente

builds on

I am going into retirement

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