Dienstgrad
derNounrank (military)
English translations
- 01
rank
- 02
grade
- 03
position
Word details
- German meaning
- Eine bestimmte Stufe oder Position in einer hierarchischen Organisation, insbesondere im Militär oder bei der Polizei, die mit bestimmten Rechten und Pflichten verbunden ist.
- English meaning
- Rank
- Synonym
- Rang, Position
- German example
- Er wurde aufgrund seiner Leistungen zum höheren Dienstgrad befördert.
- English example
- He was promoted to a higher rank due to his achievements.
- Type
- Noun
- Article
- der
- Singular Form
- der Dienstgrad
- Plural Form
- die Dienstgrade
Related words
- Sanitätsdienstgrad
Medical service rank
- Konteradmiralin
Rear Admiral (female) is the female form of the rank of Rear Admiral, a high rank in the Navy.
- Leutnant
Lieutenant
- Fähnrich
Ensign
- Korporale
Corporals
- Vizewachtmeister
A Vizewachtmeister is a police rank below that of a Wachtmeister (sergeant).
- Vizefeldwebel
A Sergeant First Class is a rank in the German Armed Forces, belonging to the non-commissioned officers with sword knot.
- Feldweibel
Sergeant
- Korporal
A corporal is a military rank found in many armies, ranking below sergeant.
- Wachtmeister
Sergeant
- Generaladmiralin
Female Admiral General
Example sentences with “Dienstgrad”
Welchen Dienstgrad hat er? (What rank does he have?)
Frequently asked questions
Is Dienstgrad used outside the military?
Mostly used in military or police contexts. In civilian jobs, 'Position' or 'Titel' is used.