English–German
“behead” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkœpfən/
Example
Der Henker hat den Verbrecher geköpft.
The executioner beheaded the criminal.
How to say “behead” in German
“Behead” in German is köpfen.
Action focuses on the head, either making contact with it to guide a ball or separating it from the body.
Example sentences with köpfen
Die Revolutionäre drohten, den Tyrannen zu köpfen.
The revolutionaries threatened to behead the tyrant.
Tips for using köpfen
- Outside sports, köpfen describes beheading in graphic terms, but sports reports use it neutrally for heading a ball.