This is the 428th most frequent German word.
putin
The word "Putin" is not a German word; it is a proper noun referring to the Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
Here, 'Putin' is also a proper noun used in the context of reported speech, demonstrating its function as the subject of the action.
In den Nachrichten wurde berichtet, dass Putin eine Rede gehalten hat.
It was reported in the news that Putin gave a speech.
In this sentence, 'Putin' is used in a genitive construction, showing possession or association.
Die Entscheidungen, die von Putin getroffen werden, beeinflussen viele Länder.
The decisions made by Putin affect many countries.
In this sentence, 'Putin' is a proper noun referring to the individual Vladimir Putin, used as a subject.