Todesfall

derNoun

death; case of death

English translations

  1. 01

    death

  2. 02

    fatality

Word details

German meaning
Das Ereignis des Todes einer Person.
English meaning
Death, fatality
Synonym
Sterbefall, Ableben
German example
Nach dem Todesfall wurde eine Trauerfeier abgehalten.
English example
After the death, a funeral service was held.
Type
Noun
Article
der
Singular Form
der Todesfall
Plural Form
die Todesfälle

Example sentences with “Todesfall”

  1. Im Todesfall ist die Versicherung zu benachrichtigen. (In the event of a death, the insurance must be notified.)

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Todesfall' appropriate for formal documents?

Yes, it is the standard and respectful term used in official and legal documentation.