Der Befehl
Example: Der Polizist gab den Befehl, das Gebiet zu räumen.
Definition
"Der Befehl" refers to a formal command or order given by an authority figure, often in legal or official contexts. For example, a police officer might issue "der Befehl" to clear an area, indicating a mandatory instruction that must be followed.
Etymology
The word "der Befehl" originates from the Middle High German word 'befelen,' meaning to command or order. It is related to the verb 'befehlen,' which means to give commands. Did you know that the root of "der Befehl" traces back to Old High German, reflecting its long-standing connection to authority and control?
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"Der Befehl" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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