strafe

This is the 2484th most frequent German word.

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strafe

"Strafe" means "punishment" or "penalty" in English.


In this sentence, 'Strafe' is used to mean a penalty or fine that is imposed for breaking a traffic law.

Die Strafe für zu schnelles Fahren kann teuer sein.

The penalty for speeding can be expensive.


Here, 'Strafe' refers to a punishment that could be verbal or corrective for inappropriate behavior.

Er erhielt eine Strafe für seine unhöflichen Worte.

He received a punishment for his rude words.


In this context, 'Strafe' signifies a disciplinary measure aimed to correct inattentive behavior in students.

In der Schule muss man oft eine kleine Strafe erledigen, wenn man unaufmerksam ist.

In school, one often has to complete a small punishment when being inattentive.