Impfling is a composed word consisting of impfen (to vaccinate) and the suffix -ling. Der Schönling describes a vain person, whose looks matter more to him than anything else. (article continues below) See also on The Local:However, in the case of Impfling it is not meant derogatory, but simply turns a verb (impfen) into a noun (Impfling) in a colloquial way. In German, the word impfen stems from a term used in wine growing. So when you’re getting vaccinated, what you’re actually getting is — more refined.

Source: The Local March 25, 2021 15:11 UTC