die Todeszahlen
Translation
death toll, number of deaths, fatalities
Examples
Die Todeszahlen steigen täglich.
The death toll is rising daily.
Die Regierung meldet die offiziellen Todeszahlen.
The government is reporting the official death toll.
Grammar Patterns
((the death toll)) + verb The death toll is alarmingly high.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Opferzahlen (number of victims), Verlustzahlen (number of losses)
Etymology
A compound of 'Tod' (death) and 'Zahlen' (numbers).
Memory Tips
Think of it literally as 'death numbers'. This direct translation makes its meaning clear.