This is the 5026th most frequent German word.
anklagen
"Anklagen" means "to accuse" or "to charge (legally)."
Here, 'anklagen' is used in a legal context, indicating an official charge against someone.
Der Staatsanwalt hat den Verdächtigen wegen Diebstahls angeklagt.
The prosecutor accused the suspect of theft.
In this sentence, 'anklagen' is used in a personal or moral context, alleging wrongdoing.
Sie klagte ihn an, ihr Vertrauen missbraucht zu haben.
She accused him of having abused her trust.
Here, 'anklagen' refers to raising accusations publicly, expressing a desire to avoid such actions.