This is the 5726th most frequent German word.
boten
"Boten" is the plural form of "Bote," meaning "messengers" or "emissaries" in English.
Here 'boten' refers to 'messengers', expressing individuals tasked with delivering information.
Die Boten überbrachten die wichtigen Nachrichten.
The messengers delivered the important news.
In this sentence, 'boten' is a verb (past tense), meaning 'offered', describing the act of providing assistance.
Sie boten ihre Hilfe in dieser schwierigen Situation an.
They offered their help in this difficult situation.
Here 'boten' is a verb again (past tense), signifying 'offered', showcasing the idea that something provides something else.