This is the 7311th most frequent German word.
geister
"Geister" means "spirits" or "ghosts" in English.
In this sentence, 'Geistern' is used to refer to spirits or supernatural beings, often found in folklore and tales.
Die alten Geschichten erzählen von wandernden Geistern.
The old stories tell of wandering spirits.
'Geister' here metaphorically represents past memories or incidents that have a lingering impact on one's thoughts or actions.
Die Geister der Vergangenheit beeinflussen seine Entscheidungen.
The spirits of the past influence his decisions.
Here, 'Geistern' denotes imaginary beings or apparitions that are often a source of fear in children's imagination.