No. 7,578 in German
grippe
"Grippe" in German means "flu" or "influenza."
In a sentence
Ich habe die Grippe und muss im Bett bleiben.
I have the flu and need to stay in bed.
Illness: 'Grippe' is used to describe the illness 'flu'.
Die Grippewelle hat viele Menschen in der Region betroffen.
The flu wave has affected many people in the region.
Epidemic: 'Grippe' is used in the compound noun 'Grippewelle' referring to a widespread flu outbreak.
Die jährlichen Impfungen helfen, die Grippe zu verhindern.
Annual vaccinations help prevent the flu.
Prevention: 'Grippe' is used in the context of medical prevention efforts.
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