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Das Gefängnis
Das Gefängnis is a building where criminals are confined. It's a neuter noun. This is where convicted criminals serve their sentences.
Examples in context
Er kam ins Gefängnis.
He went to prison.
Das Gefängnis ist voll.
The prison is full.
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