der Flüchtling
Translation
refugee, fugitive
Examples
Viele Flüchtlinge suchen hier Schutz.
Many refugees are seeking protection here.
Der Flüchtling hat Asyl beantragt.
The refugee has applied for asylum.
Grammar Patterns
as a refugee Er kam als Flüchtling ins Land.
to help refugees Die Organisation hilft den Flüchtlingen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Asylbewerber (asylum seeker), der Vertriebene (displaced person)
Etymology
From the verb 'flüchten' (to flee) + the suffix '-ling', which denotes a person associated with the action.
Memory Tips
A 'Flüchtling' is a person ('-ling') who is 'flüchten' (fleeing).