No. 3,600 in German
mord
"Mord" in German means "murder" in English.
In a sentence
Der Mord an dem König erschütterte das ganze Land.
The murder of the king shook the whole country.
Here, 'Mord' is used as a noun meaning 'murder,' signifying a deliberate act of unlawfully causing someone's death.
Krimis enthalten oft spannende Geschichten über Mord und Ermittlungen.
Detective novels often contain exciting stories about murder and investigations.
In this sentence, 'Mord' refers to the thematic subject of murder in storytelling, showcasing its use in literature.
Die Polizei untersucht einen Mord, der letzte Nacht passiert ist.
The police are investigating a murder that happened last night.
This sentence utilizes 'Mord' to describe an event, specifically a murder under investigation by law enforcement.
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