der/die Heranwachsende
Translation
adolescent, youth, young person
Examples
Das Gesetz schützt Heranwachsende besonders.
The law particularly protects adolescents.
Er gilt als Heranwachsender vor Gericht.
He is considered an adolescent in court.
Grammar Patterns
an adolescent (as subject/object) The law protects adolescents.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Jugendlicher (youth); Antonyms: Kind (child), Erwachsener (adult)
Etymology
From 'heran' (towards) + 'wachsen' (to grow). Literally 'one who is growing towards' adulthood.
Memory Tips
Picture someone 'growing towards' (`heranwachsen`) adulthood, just like a plant grows towards the sun.