NOUN

Visier/viˈziːɐ̯/visor; sight (on a weapon)

Visier is a German noun that means visor or sight (on a weapon). It is pronounced /viˈziːɐ̯/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Visiere".

Definitions

1.movable protective cover for the face on a helmet(protective gear)

a.face shield on helmets (e.g., motorcycle, fencing, knight's armor)

Der Motorradfahrer senkte das Visier, bevor er losfuhr.The motorcyclist lowered the visor before setting off.

2.device for aiming, sight (on a weapon, e.g., gun or rifle)(weaponry/optics)

a.mechanical or optical device for aiming a weapon

Der Schütze stellte das Visier seiner Pistole ein.The shooter adjusted the sight of his pistol.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Visierdie Visiere
Genitivedes Visiersder Visiere
Dativedem Visierden Visieren
Accusativedas Visierdie Visiere

Frequently asked questions

What does "Visier" mean in English?
"Visier" means visor or sight (on a weapon). It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Visier"?
"Visier" is pronounced /viˈziːɐ̯/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Visier" der, die, or das?
"Visier" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Visier"?
The plural of "Visier" is "Visiere".
What part of speech is "Visier"?
"Visier" is a noun in German.

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