flüchtend
Translation
fleeing, escaping, fugitive
Examples
Der flüchtende Dieb wurde gefasst.
The fleeing thief was caught.
Flüchtend rannte er durch die Straßen.
Fleeing, he ran through the streets.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) fleeing ((noun)) The fleeing thief was caught.
Similar Words
Synonyms: fliehend, entkommend
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'flüchten' (to flee). Related to 'Flucht' (flight, escape).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'fugitive' who is 'flüchtend' (fleeing) from the law. The '-end' ending is like the '-ing' in English.