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executioner in German

executioner in German is Scharfrichter, Henker, Henkerin — executioner means a person whose job is to carry out death sentences.

executioner in German

Scharfrichter
noun
An official person who carries out the capital punishment of a criminal.
Henker
noun
An official person who carries out the capital punishment of a criminal.
Henkerin
noun
An official person who carries out the capital punishment of a criminal.
Scharfrichterin
noun
An official person who carries out the capital punishment of a criminal.

What does "executioner" mean?

  1. noun A person whose job is to carry out death sentences.
    "In medieval times, the executioner often wore a hood to hide his identity."
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executioner in a sentence

  • In medieval times, the executioner often wore a hood to hide his identity.

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What is "executioner" in German?
"executioner" in German is Scharfrichter, Henker, Henkerin. executioner means: A person whose job is to carry out death sentences.
How do you use "executioner" in a sentence?
Example: "In medieval times, the executioner often wore a hood to hide his identity." In German, "executioner" is Scharfrichter, Henker, Henkerin.
Are there other ways to say "executioner" in German?
Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "executioner": Scharfrichter, Henker, Henkerin, Scharfrichterin.
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