No. 3,973 in German
verfassung
"Verfassung" means "constitution" or "state of being/condition" in English.
In a sentence
Die Verfassung Deutschlands wurde 1949 verabschiedet.
The constitution of Germany was enacted in 1949.
'Verfassung' in this sentence refers to the constitutional document that outlines the fundamental principles and structures of the government.
Nach dem langen Lauf war seine körperliche Verfassung erschöpft.
After the long run, his physical condition was exhausted.
Here 'Verfassung' describes someone's physical state or condition at a particular moment.
Ihre emotionale Verfassung war nach der Nachricht sehr instabil.
Her emotional state was very unstable after the news.
In this context, 'Verfassung' pertains to someone's mental or emotional state or mood.
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