der Täufling
Translation
person being baptized, baptizand
Examples
Der Täufling wurde mit Wasser gesegnet.
The person being baptized was blessed with water.
Die ganze Familie war für den Täufling da.
The whole family was there for the person being baptized.
Grammar Patterns
((the baptizand)) ((as subject/object)) The baptizand was named Paul.
Similar Words
Neophyt (neophyte), Konvertit (convert)
Etymology
From 'taufen' (to baptize) + the suffix '-ling' (denoting a person associated with the action). 'Taufen' is related to 'tief' (deep), referring to dipping into water.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'ling' (a small being or person) who is being 'getauft' (baptized).