das Heroin
Translation
heroin
Examples
Der Besitz von Heroin ist illegal.
The possession of heroin is illegal.
Heroin ist eine sehr gefährliche Droge.
Heroin is a very dangerous drug.
Grammar Patterns
to consume Heroin to consume heroin It is dangerous to consume Heroin.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Diacetylmorphin (diacetylmorphine)
Etymology
From the German 'heroisch' (heroic), as it was marketed by Bayer as a 'heroic' drug.
Memory Tips
This is an international cognate, very similar to the English word. Remember its German origin from 'heroisch' (heroic).