Der Gefangene
Example: Der Gefangene wurde nach dem Krieg freigelassen.
Definition
"Der Gefangene" refers to a prisoner, specifically a person who is confined or held captive, often as a result of a war or legal imprisonment. In the example phrase, it describes someone detained during wartime and later released.
Etymology
The term "der Gefangene" comes from the German verb 'fangen,' meaning 'to catch' or 'to capture.' The suffix '-e' and the article 'der' mark it as a masculine noun. Did you know? The root 'fangen' is related to the English word 'fang,' reflecting the idea of seizing or holding.
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