Stabsfeldwebel

warrant officer (Bundeswehr senior NCO)

noun SHTAHPS-felt-vay-bel Rare

Usage Note

Stabsfeldwebel is one of the highest NCO ranks in the Bundeswehr, acting as a senior advisor to officers and technical specialist. Achieving this rank typically requires more than fifteen years of service.

Examples

"Der Stabsfeldwebel beriet den Kompaniechef in taktischen Fragen."

Natural Translation

The warrant officer advised the company commander on tactical matters.

Literal Translation

The warrant-officer advised the company-chief in tactical questions.

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