der Häftling
Translation
prisoner, inmate, convict
Examples
Der Häftling wurde aus dem Gefängnis entlassen.
The prisoner was released from prison.
Viele Häftlinge arbeiten in der Gefängniswerkstatt.
Many inmates work in the prison workshop.
Grammar Patterns
(as a noun) used as the subject of a sentence Der Häftling plant seine Flucht.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gefangener, Insasse
Etymology
From 'haften' (to adhere, be liable) + '-ling' (a suffix denoting a person). Someone who is 'held' or 'stuck' in custody.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'hafts' (sticks) to their prison cell.