No. 163 in German
feuerwehr
Fire department.
In a sentence
Die Feuerwehr löschte das brennende Gebäude.
The fire department extinguished the burning building.
Here, 'Feuerwehr' is used as a noun referring to the organization responsible for firefighting and rescue operations.
Er hat sich der freiwilligen Feuerwehr angeschlossen.
He joined the volunteer fire department.
In this sentence, 'Feuerwehr' denotes a local or community-based volunteer firefighting service.
Die Feuerwehr ist für die Sicherheit der Stadt von großer Bedeutung.
The fire department is of great importance for the city's safety.
This usage reflects the role and significance of the 'Feuerwehr' as an institution in ensuring public safety.
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