This is the 1752nd most frequent German word.
index
The German word "Index" means "index" in English, referring to a list or catalog, often alphabetical, of items or information.
In this context, 'Index' refers specifically to a statistical measure reflecting financial or economic performance, such as in stock markets.
Der Index der Aktienmärkte stieg heute Morgen.
The stock market index rose this morning.
Here, 'Index' represents a list, typically alphabetized, that indicates contents or significant items with their location references, usually in a document or book.
Im Buch ist der Index am Ende enthalten.
The index is included at the end of the book.
In this sentence, 'Index' is part of the term 'Indexfinger,' referring to the finger used for pointing, also known as the forefinger or first finger.