der Ehrenmord
Translation
honour killing
Examples
Ehrenmorde sind eine grausame Verletzung der Menschenrechte.
Honour killings are a cruel violation of human rights.
Grammar Patterns
to commit an honour killing To commit an honour killing is a terrible crime.
Similar Words
Blutrache (blood revenge)
Etymology
Composed of 'Ehre' (honour) and 'Mord' (murder). A murder committed to 'defend' family honour.
Memory Tips
Remember the dark contradiction: a 'murder' (Mord) committed in the name of 'honour' (Ehre).