No. 5,654 in German
bischöfe
"Bischöfe" means "bishops" in English.
In a sentence
Die Bischöfe versammelten sich in einer Synode.
The bishops gathered in a synod.
Here, 'Bischöfe' is the plural form of 'Bischof' (bishop), used as the subject of the sentence, indicating a group of individuals holding the ecclesiastical office of bishop.
Die Entscheidung der Bischöfe wurde kritisiert.
The decision of the bishops was criticized.
In this case, 'Bischöfe' is used in the possessive genitive form, referring to the collective decision made by the bishops.
Viele Bischöfe bevorzugen traditionelles Gewand.
Many bishops prefer traditional attire.
Here, 'Bischöfe' again serves as the subject of the sentence, emphasizing the preferences of individual members within the ecclesiastical group.
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