der Kollaborateur
Translation
collaborator (with an enemy), collaborator (partner)
Examples
Er wurde als Kollaborateur des Feindes verurteilt.
He was convicted as a collaborator of the enemy.
Die Wissenschaftler suchen Kollaborateure für ihr Projekt.
The scientists are looking for collaborators for their project.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered a collaborator ((sb.)) He was considered a collaborator of the regime.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mitarbeiter (co-worker); Antonyms: Verräter (traitor)
Etymology
From Latin 'collaborare' (to work with), from 'co-' (with) + 'laborare' (to work).
Memory Tips
Think of 'co-laborer'. The context, especially in German history, often gives it a negative meaning.