This is the 8413th most frequent German word.
kasper
"Kasper" refers to a clownish, foolish person or a puppet character, often used in traditional German puppet theater.
Here, 'Kasper' is used in the context of someone behaving humorously or foolishly to entertain or draw attention.
Er verhält sich wie ein Kasper, wenn er Aufmerksamkeit sucht.
He acts like a clown when seeking attention.
In this sentence, 'Kasper' refers to a traditional puppet character known for comedic acts, often part of puppet theater performances.
Der Kasper im Puppentheater erzählte eine lustige Geschichte.
The puppet clown in the puppet theater told a funny story.
This usage of 'Kasper' metaphorically refers to someone acting in a foolish or nonsensical manner.