der Scherge
Translation
henchman, minion, thug
Examples
Der Tyrann befahl seinen Schergen, das Dorf anzugreifen.
The tyrant ordered his henchmen to attack the village.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) Scherge sb.'s henchman/minion The tyrant ordered his henchmen to attack the village.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Handlanger, Lakai
Etymology
From Middle High German 'scherge', meaning an officer of the law or executioner. Now has a negative connotation.
Memory Tips
Sounds a bit like 'sergeant' but with a negative twist. Imagine a corrupt sergeant's henchman.