Usage Note
Betrug (§ 263 StGB) requires intent to gain financial advantage through deception; it is one of the most frequently charged offences in Germany. Subventionsbetrug (subsidy fraud) and Internetbetrug (online fraud) are common variants.
Examples
"Er wurde wegen gewerbsmäßigen Betrugs zu drei Jahren verurteilt."
Natural Translation
He was convicted of commercial fraud and sentenced to three years.
Literal Translation
He was because-of commercial fraud to three years sentenced.
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