No. 1,672 in German
berufsfeuerwehr
A professional fire brigade staffed by full-time firefighters.
In a sentence
Die Berufsfeuerwehr ist rund um die Uhr bereit, Brände jeder Art zu löschen.
The professional fire department is ready around the clock to extinguish fires of any kind.
The word 'Berufsfeuerwehr' refers specifically to a fire department staffed by full-time, professional firefighters as opposed to a volunteer fire brigade.
Viele Städte in Deutschland verfügen über eine Berufsfeuerwehr, die schnelle Hilfe leisten kann.
Many cities in Germany have professional fire departments that can provide quick assistance.
Here, 'Berufsfeuerwehr' is used to indicate the presence of such organizations in cities, emphasizing their role in ensuring safety.
Die Tätigkeiten der Berufsfeuerwehr umfassen neben dem Löschen von Bränden auch Rettungs- und Sicherungsarbeiten.
The activities of the professional fire department include fire extinguishing as well as rescue and safety operations.
In this sentence, 'Berufsfeuerwehr' broadly describes the scope of tasks undertaken by professional firefighting teams, illustrating their multifaceted responsibilities.
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