No. 5,775 in German
brigadier
A military rank equivalent to brigadier general.
In a sentence
Der Brigadier befehligte die Truppen während der Übung.
The brigadier commanded the troops during the exercise.
In this sentence, 'Brigadier' refers to a military rank or office, used mainly in European military contexts.
Die Uniform des Brigadiers war mit Abzeichen dekoriert.
The brigadier's uniform was decorated with insignias.
Here, 'Brigadier' is used to denote a person holding this rank within an institutional organization, specifically the armed forces.
Der Ruhestand des Brigadiers wurde mit einer Zeremonie gefeiert.
The retirement of the brigadier was celebrated with a ceremony.
In this context, 'Brigadier' refers to an individual and acknowledges their service and leadership within their rank.
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