die Risikogruppe
Translation
risk group, high-risk group, vulnerable group
Examples
Ältere Menschen gehören zur Risikogruppe.
Elderly people belong to the risk group.
Er zählt zur Risikogruppe für diese Krankheit.
He is considered part of the risk group for this disease.
Grammar Patterns
(Noun) Functions as a subject or object in a sentence. Die Risikogruppe wird besonders geschützt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gefährdete Gruppe (endangered group)
Etymology
Composed of 'Risiko' (risk) and 'Gruppe' (group). Literally a 'risk group'.
Memory Tips
Think of a group of people who are at a higher risk for something, like a health condition.