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accused
German → American English
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accused
Als Adjektiv: mit einer Straftat oder einem Fehlverhalten belastet; einer Sache beschuldigt.
Der accused Mann wurde von der Polizei befragt.In German, use **beschuldigt** for a person who is accused of something, and **angeklagt** more specifically for someone formally charged in court.
Frequently asked questions
What is the German translation of “accused”?
“Accused” is usually translated as **beschuldigt** or **angeklagt**, depending on the legal context.
What is the difference between beschuldigt and angeklagt?
**Beschuldigt** means accused or suspected of an offense. **Angeklagt** means formally charged, especially in legal contexts.
How do you say “the accused” in German?
“The accused” is **der Angeklagte** for a male person or **die Angeklagte** for a female person.