die Vergewaltigung, -en
rape
The German word "Vergewaltigung" is a noun that means "rape". It is formed from the prefix "ver" and the word "gewalt," which means "violence" or "force." Thus, "Vergewaltigung" refers to the act of using violence or coercion to engage in sexual acts against someone's will.
Similar words in German include "sexuelle Gewalt" (sexual violence) and "Nötigung" (coercion). However, "Vergewaltigung" specifically refers to the crime of rape, while "sexuelle Gewalt" and "Nötigung" can encompass a broader range of abusive scenarios that may not qualify as rape.
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Examples
Die Anzeige wegen Vergewaltigung wurde eingereicht.noun
The report for rape has been filed.
Opfer von Vergewaltigung benötigen spezielle psychologische Betreuung.noun
Victims of rape require special psychological care.
Der Bericht spricht über eine steigende Zahl der Vergewaltigungen.noun
The report talks about a rising number of rapes.
Die Vergewaltigung wurde von den Ermittlern gründlich untersucht.noun
The rape was thoroughly investigated by the investigators.
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