graf

This is the 3337th most frequent German word.

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graf

"Graf" means "count," a noble title in German.


In this sentence, "Graf" is used as a noun referring to a title of nobility equivalent to "count."

Der Graf besucht das Schloss jeden Sommer.

The count visits the castle every summer.


Here, the word "grafisch" is the adjectival form derived from the root related to "Graf." Although "Graf" by itself isn’t directly connected, knowing the relationship between words is useful.

Ich habe ein grafisches Design erstellt.

I created a graphic design.


In this usage, "Grafen" is the declined form of "Graf," showing grammatical structure in German such as dative or accusative case.

Das mittelalterliche Gedicht erzählt von einem mutigen Grafen.

The medieval poem tells of a brave count.