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sentry in German

sentry in German is Wache, Schildwache, Wachposten — sentry means a soldier or guard posted to watch over an entrance or area.

sentry in German

Wache
noun
A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.
Schildwache
noun
A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.
Wachposten
noun
A guard, particularly on duty at the entrance to a military base.
Wachturm
noun
A watchtower.

What does "sentry" mean?

  1. noun A soldier or guard posted to watch over an entrance or area.
    "Two sentries stood guard outside the barracks."

sentry in a sentence

  • Two sentries stood guard outside the barracks.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "sentry" in German?

"sentry" in German is Wache, Schildwache, Wachposten. sentry means: A soldier or guard posted to watch over an entrance or area.

How do you use "sentry" in a sentence?

Example: "Two sentries stood guard outside the barracks." In German, "sentry" is Wache, Schildwache, Wachposten.

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

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "sentry": Wache, Schildwache, Wachposten, Wachturm.

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