retribution in German
retribution in German is Vergeltung, Heimzahlung — retribution means punishment given out of a sense of justice or revenge for a wrong that was done.
retribution in German
Vergeltung
Punishment inflicted in the spirit of moral outrage or personal vengeance.
Heimzahlung
Punishment inflicted in the spirit of moral outrage or personal vengeance.
What does "retribution" mean?
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noun Punishment given out of a sense of justice or revenge for a wrong that was done.
"He swore retribution against those who had betrayed him."
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retribution in a sentence
- He swore retribution against those who had betrayed him.
- The attack was seen as retribution for years of oppression.
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What is "retribution" in German?
"retribution" in German is Vergeltung, Heimzahlung. retribution means: Punishment given out of a sense of justice or revenge for a wrong that was done.
How do you use "retribution" in a sentence?
Example: "He swore retribution against those who had betrayed him." In German, "retribution" is Vergeltung, Heimzahlung.
Are there other ways to say "retribution" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "retribution": Vergeltung, Heimzahlung.
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