der Hochverrat
Translation
high treason
Examples
Er wurde wegen Hochverrats angeklagt.
He was accused of high treason.
Grammar Patterns
wegen+2 because of ((sth.gen)) Er wurde wegen Hochverrats angeklagt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Landesverrat
Etymology
From 'hoch' (high) + 'Verrat' (betrayal, treason). It signifies a 'high' level of betrayal against the state.
Memory Tips
Imagine betraying the 'highest' authority in the land (the government).