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colonel in German

colonel in German is Oberst — colonel means a senior military officer rank, typically just below a general.

colonel in German

Oberst
noun
A commissioned officer in an armed military organization, typically the highest rank before flag officer ranks (generals). It is generally found in armies, air forces or naval infantry (marines).

What does "colonel" mean?

  1. noun A senior military officer rank, typically just below a general.
    "The colonel briefed the troops before the mission."
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colonel in a sentence

  • The colonel briefed the troops before the mission.
  • She was promoted to colonel after fifteen years of service.

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What is "colonel" in German?

"colonel" in German is Oberst. colonel means: A senior military officer rank, typically just below a general.

How do you use "colonel" in a sentence?

Example: "The colonel briefed the troops before the mission." In German, "colonel" is Oberst.

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