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henchman in German

henchman in German is Handlanger, Scherge, Handlangerin — henchman means a loyal follower or subordinate who carries out orders, often without question — frequently used of a villain's or gang leader's helpers.

henchman in German

Handlanger
noun
Scherge
noun
Handlangerin
noun
Spießgeselle
noun
Anhänger
noun
A person who supports a political figure chiefly out of selfish interests.
Anhängerin
noun
A person who supports a political figure chiefly out of selfish interests.
Gefolgsmann
noun
A person who supports a political figure chiefly out of selfish interests.

What does "henchman" mean?

  1. noun A loyal follower or subordinate who carries out orders, often without question — frequently used of a villain's or gang leader's helpers.
    "The cartoon villain sent his henchmen to steal the diamond."
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henchman in a sentence

  • The cartoon villain sent his henchmen to steal the diamond.
  • The senator was accused of using party henchmen to silence his critics.

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What is "henchman" in German?

"henchman" in German is Handlanger, Scherge, Handlangerin. henchman means: A loyal follower or subordinate who carries out orders, often without question — frequently used of a villain's or gang leader's helpers.

How do you use "henchman" in a sentence?

Example: "The cartoon villain sent his henchmen to steal the diamond." In German, "henchman" is Handlanger, Scherge, Handlangerin.

Are there other ways to say "henchman" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "henchman": Handlanger, Scherge, Handlangerin, Spießgeselle, Anhänger, Anhängerin.

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