English–German

“officer” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˌɔfiˈtsiːɐ̯/

Example

Der Offizier spricht mit dem Soldaten.

The officer is talking to the soldier.

Illustration for Offizier (officer)

How to say “officer” in German

“Officer” in German is Offizier.

A military leader whose visible rank gives authority turns plans into orders for the troops under command.

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

Example sentences with Offizier

Im Notfall kann man sich an den Offizier wenden.

In an emergency, you can turn to the officer.

Tips for using Offizier

  • German Offizier usually means a commissioned military officer, while an English police officer is normally a Polizist or Polizeibeamter.

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