der Strafgefangene
Translation
prisoner, convict, inmate
Examples
Der Strafgefangene wurde vorzeitig entlassen.
The convict was released early.
Die Strafgefangenen arbeiten in der Gefängniswerkstatt.
The prisoners work in the prison workshop.
Grammar Patterns
an ex-convict an ex-convict He is an ex-convict.
Similar Words
der Häftling (inmate), der Gefangene (prisoner)
Etymology
From 'Strafe' (punishment) + 'gefangener' (a captive, prisoner). Literally 'a person captured for punishment'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: a person who is 'gefangen' (captured) to serve a 'Strafe' (punishment).