die Armen
Translation
the poor, poor people
Examples
Die Regierung sollte den Armen helfen.
The government should help the poor.
Grammar Patterns
((Nominalized adjective)) used as a noun, often in the dative plural 'den Armen'. The government helps the poor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Bedürftigen (the needy); Antonyms: die Reichen (the rich)
Etymology
It is the nominalized form of the adjective 'arm' (poor).
Memory Tips
Think of giving 'alms' to the 'Armen'. Be careful not to confuse it with 'der Arm' (the arm of the body), which is a false friend.