refugee

Flüchtling

A person seeking refuge (as for shelter or protection), especially in a foreign country, out of fear or prospect of political, religious persecution, war, natural disaster, etc

• Tom teaches French to refugees.

  Tom bringt Flüchtlingen Französisch bei.

  Tatoeba · CK · CC BY 2.0 FR

• Many refugees are trying to reach Europe.

  Viele Flüchtlinge versuchen nach Europa zu gelangen.

  Tatoeba · Hybrid · CC BY 2.0 FR

Flüchtling

A person who is fleeing from justice, punishment deemed righteous, etc.; a runaway, a fugitive