der Stab

Plural: die Stäbe
Based on: *stebh-
Noun
  1. the headquarters staff
  2. the staff, the rod
1.

the headquarters staff

(ONLY used in the context of military and some organisations where Stab is circle surrounding the leader. Stab is NOT as general as English staff.)
2.

the staff, the rod

(A wooden staff for example.)

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How many meanings does the German word 'Stab' have?

Stab has 2 distinct meanings: 1. the headquarters staff, 2. the staff, the rod.

What is the gender of 'Stab'?

der

What is the plural of 'Stab'?

die Stäbe

What is 'Stab' related to?

The word 'Stab' is related to *stebh-.

Where can I learn more about 'Stab'?

Check out the main YourDailyGerman Dictionary for more German vocabulary entries.