die Tollwut
Translation
rabies
Examples
Der Hund hat Tollwut.
The dog has rabies.
Tollwut ist eine gefährliche Krankheit.
Rabies is a dangerous disease.
Grammar Patterns
to have rabies The dog has rabies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rabies, Lyssa
Etymology
Composed of 'toll' (mad, crazy) and 'Wut' (rage, fury). It literally translates to 'mad rage', which reflects the disease's symptoms.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'toll' (crazy) animal in a fit of 'Wut' (rage). This vivid image helps to remember the meaning 'rabies'.