No. 1,470 in German
rhein
"Rhein" is the German word for the Rhine River.
In a sentence
Der Rhein fließt durch mehrere Länder.
The Rhine flows through several countries.
The word 'Rhein' here is the name of a significant river in Europe, used as a proper noun.
Ich wohne am Rhein und genieße die Aussicht jeden Morgen.
I live by the Rhine and enjoy the view every morning.
In this sentence, 'Rhein' appears in a locational context, referring to the area surrounding the Rhine River.
Die rheinischen Spezialitäten sind sehr schmackhaft.
The Rheinish specialties are very tasty.
Here, 'rheinisch' is an adjective derived from 'Rhein,' describing things typical or originating from the Rhine region.
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