Usage Note
Oberfeldwebel is a senior NCO rank in the German Bundeswehr, equivalent to a staff sergeant. The rank carries leadership responsibility over a section or squad and demands considerable tactical experience.
Examples
"Der Oberfeldwebel koordinierte die Versorgung der Einheit."
Natural Translation
The staff sergeant coordinated the unit's supply.
Literal Translation
The staff-sergeant coordinated the supply of-the unit.
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