No. 858 in German
botschaft
"Message" or "embassy," depending on the context.
In a sentence
Die Botschaft des Liedes ist voller Hoffnung.
The message of the song is full of hope.
Used to mean 'message' or 'theme' expressed in content.
Die deutsche Botschaft in Paris wurde gestern eröffnet.
The German embassy in Paris was opened yesterday.
Used to mean 'embassy,' referring to diplomatic buildings or offices.
Er brachte die frohe Botschaft, dass es keine Prüfungen geben wird.
He brought the good news that there will be no exams.
Used to mean 'news' or 'announcement', often carrying an emotional tone.
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