Waffe/ˈvafə/weapon; arm; gun
Waffe is a German noun that means weapon, arm, or gun. It is pronounced /ˈvafə/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Waffen".
Definitions
1.an object used to attack or defend(general)
a.tool or device intended for fighting or combat
Das Messer gilt in vielen Ländern als gefährliche Waffe.—The knife is considered a dangerous weapon in many countries.
2.an instrument or means of war(military)
a.military equipment designed to cause harm or destruction
Die neue Armee investiert viel Geld in moderne Waffen.—The new army is investing a lot of money in modern weapons.
3.means used to achieve or defend something(figurative, often plural)
a.strategy, argument, or quality used to gain advantage
Sein Humor war seine stärkste Waffe im Streit.—His humor was his strongest weapon in the argument.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Waffe | die Waffen |
| Genitive | der Waffe | der Waffen |
| Dative | der Waffe | den Waffen |
| Accusative | die Waffe | die Waffen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Waffe" mean in English?
- "Waffe" means weapon, arm, or gun. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Waffe"?
- "Waffe" is pronounced /ˈvafə/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Waffe" der, die, or das?
- "Waffe" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Waffe"?
- The plural of "Waffe" is "Waffen".
- What part of speech is "Waffe"?
- "Waffe" is a noun in German.
