tod

This is the 338th most frequent German word.


tod

"Death."


Here, 'Tod' is used as a noun meaning 'death' to describe the inevitability and natural aspect of mortality in life.

Der Tod ist ein natürlicher Teil des Lebens.

Death is a natural part of life.


In this sentence, 'Tod' is again used as a noun symbolizing the concept or event of dying, this time expressing an emotional response of fear towards it.

Er hat Angst vor dem Tod.

He is afraid of death.


Here, 'Tod' is personified as an entity, 'death,' often used metaphorically or symbolically in literature and expressions to convey the profound impact of death's presence.

Nach dem Unfall war Stille, als ob der Tod selbst den Raum betreten hätte.

After the accident, there was silence, as if death itself had entered the room.