English–German

“armed forces” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃtʁaɪ̯tˌkʁaft/

Example

Die Streitkräfte des Landes helfen bei Katastrophen.

The country's armed forces help during disasters.

Illustration for Streitkraft (armed forces)

How to say “armed forces” in German

“Armed forces” in German is Streitkraft.

A country's coordinated defense apparatus, with personnel and equipment ready for combat or emergency deployment.

Full entry for Streitkraft: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Streitkraft

Eine abschreckende Streitkraft kann Konfrontationen verhindern.

A deterrent military force can prevent confrontations.

Tips for using Streitkraft

  • The singular is feminine, die Streitkraft, but the plural die Streitkräfte is the usual term for a country's armed forces.

“armed forces” in other languages