No. 2,174 in German
beute
"Beute" means "loot," "prey," or "booty" in English, depending on context.
In a sentence
Die Beute des Diebs war ein wertvolles Gemälde.
The thief's loot was a valuable painting.
In this sentence, 'Beute' refers to the stolen items, emphasizing its use to describe objects appropriated illegally or forcefully.
Der Löwe verfolgte seine Beute durch die Savanne.
The lion chased its prey through the savanna.
Here, 'Beute' is used to denote a prey in the context of hunting, illustrating its zoological application to an animal being hunted.
Piraten verpatzten das Verstecken ihrer Beute auf einer einsamen Insel.
Pirates botched the hiding of their loot on a secluded island.
In this instance, 'Beute' again signifies stolen or captured goods, focusing on treasures or valuables in adventurous narratives.
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