der Betroffene
Translation
affected person, person concerned, victim
Examples
Der Betroffene wurde sofort informiert.
The affected person was informed immediately.
Die Hilfe richtet sich an alle Betroffenen.
The aid is aimed at all those affected.
Grammar Patterns
der/die Betroffene the affected person The affected person wishes to remain anonymous.
Similar Words
das Opfer (victim), der Beteiligte (participant), der Geschädigte (injured party)
Etymology
A nominalized past participle of 'betreffen' (to affect). From 'be-' + 'treffen' (to hit, meet). Literally, someone 'hit by' an event.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has been 'hit' (getroffen) by a situation or event.