der Kranke, -n
sick person
Eine Person, die sich nicht gut fühlt oder eine Krankheit hat.
The German word "Kranke" is a noun that translates to "sick person" or "patient" in English. It is derived from the adjective "krank," which means "sick" or "ill." The term is often used to refer to individuals who are suffering from an illness or disease.
Similar words in German include "Patient" (patient) and "Erkrankte" (those affected by illness).
The distinction is that "Patient" typically refers to someone receiving medical treatment, while "Kranke" could imply a broader group of individuals categorized by their illness, and "Erkrankte" is usually used in a more formal or medical context, suggesting a diagnosed condition.
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Examples
Der Arzt kümmert sich um den Kranken.noun
The doctor takes care of the sick person.
Viele Kranke werden im Krankenhaus behandelt.noun
Many sick people are treated in the hospital.
Einige Kranke liegen im Krankenhaus.noun
Some sick people are lying in the hospital.
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