entführen
Translation
to kidnap, to abduct, to hijack
Examples
Sie haben den Geschäftsmann entführt.
They kidnapped the businessman.
Terroristen entführten das Flugzeug.
Terrorists hijacked the plane.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to kidnap/abduct/hijack (sb./sth.) The pirates hijacked the ship.
Similar Words
Synonyms: kidnappen, verschleppen; Antonyms: freilassen, befreien
Etymology
From the prefix 'ent-' (away) + 'führen' (to lead). Literally 'to lead away'.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone being 'led away' against their will. The 'ent-' prefix signifies removal.