This is the 1833rd most frequent German word.
rekord
"Rekord" in German means "record" (as in the best achievement or highest score).
Here, 'Rekord' refers to a highest achievement or performance in sports or comparable activities. It indicates an exceptional accomplishment.
Der Athlet hat einen neuen Rekord im Sprint aufgestellt.
The athlete has set a new record in the sprint.
In this sentence, 'Rekord' denotes the extreme measurement of temperature ever recorded, showcasing how it can be used to highlight notable statistics or extremes.
Das Wetter hat heute mit 40 Grad einen neuen Temperaturrekord erreicht.
The weather today reached a new temperature record with 40 degrees.
Here, 'Rekord' is used figuratively to describe a significant achievement within business metrics, reflecting versatility in its usage beyond literal sports or numerical data applications.