English–German

“execute” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhɪnˌʁɪçtn̩/

Example

Der Staat richtet den Täter hin.

The state executes the perpetrator.

Illustration for hinrichten (execute)

How to say “execute” in German

“Execute” in German is hinrichten.

A state-authorized sentence ending with a condemned person being killed.

Full entry for hinrichten: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with hinrichten

Die Armee drohte, den Rebellenführer hinzurichten.

The army threatened to execute the rebel leader.

Tips for using hinrichten

  • In the present tense, the prefix separates as in Der Staat richtet den Täter hin, while the past participle is hingerichtet.

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