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“ceasefire” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvafn̩ˌʃtɪlʃtant/

Example

Der Waffenstillstand trat gestern in Kraft.

The ceasefire took effect yesterday.

Illustration for Waffenstillstand (ceasefire)

How to say “ceasefire” in German

“Ceasefire” in German is Waffenstillstand.

An agreed halt to military action creates a temporary space between forces that are still at war.

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

Example sentences with Waffenstillstand

Die Delegationen konnten endlich einen Waffenstillstand aushandeln.

The delegations were finally able to negotiate a ceasefire.

Tips for using Waffenstillstand

  • The word refers to a ceasefire rather than necessarily a peace treaty, so it does not by itself imply that the war has ended.

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