No. 3,681 in German
pfadfinder
"Pfadfinder" means "scout" (typically referring to a member of the Scout movement).
In a sentence
Der Pfadfinder half der alten Dame über die Straße.
The boy scout helped the old lady across the street.
Here, 'Pfadfinder' is used as a noun referring to a boy scout.
Die Pfadfinder organisiert ein Lager im Wald.
The scout group is organizing a camp in the forest.
In this sentence, 'Pfadfinder' refers to the organization of scouts collectively.
Sie suchten einen versteckten Pfad wie richtige Pfadfinder.
They searched for a hidden path like real pathfinders.
Here, 'Pfadfinder' metaphorically denotes individuals who actively seek paths or solutions.
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