der/die Betroffene
Translation
the affected person, the person concerned, the victim
Examples
Die Betroffene hat sich noch nicht gemeldet.
The affected person (female) has not yet come forward.
Wir müssen mit den Betroffenen sprechen.
We have to speak with the people affected.
Grammar Patterns
der/die Betroffene the affected person The affected person needs help.
Similar Words
das Opfer (the victim), der Beteiligte (the participant)
Etymology
A nominalised past participle of the verb 'betreffen' (to affect). It literally means 'the affected one'.
Memory Tips
If something 'betrifft' you (affects you), you are 'der/die Betroffene' (the affected person). Link it to the verb.