Gönner

patron

noun GOEN-ner Rare

Origin: from gönnen 'to grant willingly'

Also means

benefactor

Usage Note

Gönner is a patron or benefactor who supports someone, especially an artist. It can be slightly ironic when used of a self-styled patron. The feminine is Gönnerin; the plural is unchanged Gönner.

Examples

"Der junge Maler fand einen großzügigen Gönner."

Natural Translation

The young painter found a generous patron.

Literal Translation

The young painter found a generous patron.

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