der Krimi, -s
detective novel · crime novel · crime thriller
Eine Geschichte, in der ein Verbrechen geschieht und jemand versucht herauszufinden, wer es getan hat.
The German word "Krimi" is a shortened form of "Kriminalroman" or "Kriminalfilm", meaning "crime novel" or "crime film".
- It derives from "Kriminal-" (relating to crime) and is a colloquial term for detective stories, crime fiction, or thrillers.
Similar words:
- "Kriminalroman" (crime novel)
- "Detektivgeschichte" (detective story)
- "Thriller" (thriller)
Differences:
- "Krimi" is informal and widely used for any crime/detective story, often in popular culture.
- "Kriminalroman" is more specific to novels.
- "Detektivgeschichte" emphasizes the detective aspect.
- "Thriller" may have a broader suspense or action focus beyond just crime.
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Examples
Er liest einen spannenden Krimi.noun
He is reading an exciting detective novel.
Meine Schwester kauft oft einen Krimi.noun
My sister often buys a crime novel.
Im Regal stehen viele Krimis.noun
There are many crime novels on the shelf.
Heute Abend schauen wir einen Krimi im Fernsehen.noun
Tonight we're watching a crime thriller on TV.
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