This is the 7088th most frequent German word.
freischütz
A marksman who uses magic bullets in German folklore.
Here, 'Freischütz' describes a character type, an enchanted marksman who is central to folklore stories.
Ein Freischütz kann durch einen magischen Pakt außergewöhnliche Schüsse erzielen.
A Freischütz can achieve extraordinary shots through a magical pact.
In this sentence, 'Freischütz' refers to the title of the opera wherein it is used as a proper noun and represents cultural heritage.
Der Freischütz ist eine bekannte deutsche Oper von Carl Maria von Weber.
The Freischütz is a famous German opera by Carl Maria von Weber.
In this usage, 'Freischütz' symbolizes the protagonist in folk tales, emphasizing its metaphorical nature.