der Behinderte
Translation
disabled person, handicapped person
Examples
Ein Behinderter hat die gleichen Rechte.
A disabled person has the same rights.
Er hilft einem Behinderten über die Straße.
He is helping a disabled person across the street.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject)) as a subject A disabled person enters the room.
((as dative object)) as a dative object She gives her seat to a disabled person.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Mensch mit Behinderung (person with a disability); Antonyms: Nichtbehinderter (non-disabled person)
Etymology
From the past participle of 'behindern' (to hinder), meaning 'one who is hindered'.
Memory Tips
Notice the word 'hinder' inside 'behindert'. It directly relates to the meaning of being hindered or impeded.