das Todesopfer
Translation
fatality, victim, casualty
Examples
Das Erdbeben forderte viele Todesopfer.
The earthquake claimed many lives.
Er war das erste Todesopfer des Unfalls.
He was the first fatality of the accident.
Grammar Patterns
to claim fatalities ((Todesopfer fordern)) The war claimed many fatalities.
to be a victim/fatality ((ein Todesopfer sein)) He was a victim of the fire.
Similar Words
Verstorbener (deceased), Getöteter (killed person)
Etymology
Composed of 'Tod' (death) and 'Opfer' (victim/sacrifice). Literally a 'death victim'.
Memory Tips
An 'Opfer' (victim) who has met their 'Tod' (death).