der Einbrecher, –
burglar
Eine Person, die heimlich in ein Gebäude eindringt, um etwas zu stehlen.
The German word "Einbrecher" is a noun that means "burglar" or "intruder". It is a compound word consisting of "ein" (in) and "Brecher" derived from "brechen," which means "to break". So, it essentially refers to someone who breaks into a place.
Similar words in German include "Dieb" (thief) and "Räuber" (robber).
Differences:
- "Einbrecher" specifically refers to a person who breaks into a building to steal.
- "Dieb" is a more general term for someone who steals, not necessarily by breaking in.
- "Räuber" usually implies that the theft involves threats or violence.
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Examples
Der Einbrecher wurde von der Polizei gefasst.noun
The burglar was caught by the police.
Ein Einbrecher ist in das Haus eingestiegen.noun
A burglar has broken into the house.
Der Einbrecher wurde gestern festgenommen.noun
The burglar was arrested yesterday.
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