This is the 7578th most frequent German word.
grippe
"Grippe" in German means "flu" or "influenza."
Illness: 'Grippe' is used to describe the illness 'flu'.
Ich habe die Grippe und muss im Bett bleiben.
I have the flu and need to stay in bed.
Epidemic: 'Grippe' is used in the compound noun 'Grippewelle' referring to a widespread flu outbreak.
Die Grippewelle hat viele Menschen in der Region betroffen.
The flu wave has affected many people in the region.
Prevention: 'Grippe' is used in the context of medical prevention efforts.