Verletzten

Verletzten is a German noun that refers to people who have sustained injuries. It is most often used in plural form as die Verletzten, for example in reports about accidents or emergencies. The term emphasizes the affected persons rather than the injuries themselves.

Grammatically, Verletzten derives from the verb verletzen (to injure). The singular forms are der Verletzte for a male injured person and die Verletzte for a female injured person. The plural form is die Verletzten. In context, the word is commonly found in news reports, medical summaries, and official statements describing casualties or victims of incidents.

Usage notes and related terms: Verletzten describes people who have been hurt, whereas Verletzungen refers to the injuries or wounds themselves. Another related term is Verwundete, which is often used in military contexts and can denote wounded persons as well. While synonymous in some situations, Verwundete tends to carry a more formal or historical nuance.

Examples:

- Die Verletzten wurden ins Krankenhaus gebracht.

- Unter den Verletzten befinden sich mehrere Kinder.

Etymology and scope: The noun is formed from the verb verletzen with standard German noun formation patterns. It covers a range of injuries from minor to severe, and its usage is primarily logistical or administrative, focusing on people rather than the injuries or medical details.