officer in German

officer in German is Funktionär, Funktionärin, Offizier — officer means someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.

officer in German

Funktionär

noun

One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.

Funktionärin

noun

One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.

Offizier

noun

One who has a position of authority in a hierarchical organization, especially in military, police or government organizations.

Offizier

noun

A respectful term of address for an officer, especially a police officer.

Offizierin

noun

A respectful term of address for an officer, especially a police officer.

Beamtin

noun

One who holds a public office.

Beamter

noun

One who holds a public office.

What does "officer" mean?

noun Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.
"The customs officer asked to see our passports before letting us through the gate."
noun A respectful way to address a police officer.
"Excuse me, officer, could you tell me how to get to the station?"

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

officer in a sentence

The customs officer asked to see our passports before letting us through the gate.
The officer directed traffic around the accident.
Excuse me, officer, could you tell me how to get to the station?
"I'm sorry, officer, I didn't see the sign," the driver said politely.

Similar words in German

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Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "officer" in German?

"officer" in German is Funktionär, Funktionärin, Offizier. officer means: Someone holding a position of authority, especially in the military, police, or government.

How do you use "officer" in a sentence?

Example: "The customs officer asked to see our passports before letting us through the gate." In German, "officer" is Funktionär, Funktionärin, Offizier.

Are there other ways to say "officer" in German?

Yes — German has 6 translations listed for "officer": Funktionär, Funktionärin, Offizier, Offizierin, Beamtin, Beamter.

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