English–German

“rifle” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbʏksə/

Example

Der Jäger trug seine Büchse über der Schulter.

The hunter carried his rifle over his shoulder.

Illustration for Büchse (rifle)

How to say “rifle” in German

“Rifle” in German is Büchse.

A rigid metal body that can appear as a compact container or as the long barrelled weapon carried by a hunter.

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

Example sentences with Büchse

Nach der Jagd reinigte er die Büchse sorgfältig.

After the hunt, he carefully cleaned the rifle.

Tips for using Büchse

  • In hunting compounds, Jagdbüchse makes the firearm meaning explicit, whereas Gewehr is the broader everyday term for a gun.

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