This is the 11334th most frequent German word.
south
The German word for "south" is **"Süden"**, meaning the cardinal direction opposite north.
In this sentence, 'Süden' refers to the geographical area or region towards the southern part of Germany. It's used as a noun.
Der Süden Deutschlands ist für seine malerischen Landschaften bekannt.
The south of Germany is known for its picturesque landscapes.
Here, 'südlich' is an adjective or adverb describing a location relative to another (Munich), indicating its direction.
Er lebt in einer kleinen Stadt südlich von München.
He lives in a small town south of Munich.
In this context, 'Süden' again refers to a region or direction, but as the destination of a journey, providing a general sense of direction.