English–German

“weapon” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈvafə/

Example

Der Soldat trägt eine Waffe.

The soldier carries a weapon.

Illustration for Waffe (weapon)

How to say “weapon” in German

“Weapon” in German is Waffe.

A knife, firearm, or other means of force kept ready for use in a clash.

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

Example sentences with Waffe

Im Museum ist eine historische Waffe ausgestellt.

A historic weapon is on display in the museum.

Tips for using Waffe

  • The plural Waffen can mean arms, whereas Arme means the body parts called arms.

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