German Word · Intermediate
Heerschar
army, host
Pronunciation: /ˈheːɐ̯ˌʃaːɐ̯/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "army, host".
Example
1912, Martin Luther, Lutherbibel von 1912, Luke 2:13-14 (with KJV translation)
And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
Practice tips
- Practice Heerschar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.