das Alias
Translation
alias, assumed name, pseudonym
Examples
Der Spion benutzte ein Alias.
The spy used an alias.
Er ist unter dem Alias 'Scorpion' bekannt.
He is known under the alias 'Scorpion'.
Grammar Patterns
to use ((an alias)) Der Spion benutzte ein Alias.
to be known under ((an alias)) Er ist unter dem Alias 'Scorpion' bekannt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Deckname (cover name), Pseudonym (pseudonym), Spitzname (nickname)
Etymology
From Latin 'alias' meaning 'at another time, otherwise'. It's a direct borrowing, same as in English.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'alias', as in a spy's alias. The meaning and usage are identical.