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navy
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navy
The naval branch of a country’s armed forces; the sea service.
The Navy protects the country’s coastline and sea lanes.Use Navy mainly in English contexts for a country’s sea forces. In German, Marine is the more common everyday term; Kriegsmarine is historical and should not be used for modern forces.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Navy mean in German?
Navy means Marine, the naval branch of a country’s armed forces.
Is Navy the same as Marine in German?
Yes, in military contexts Navy corresponds to Marine.
Is Kriegsmarine the same as Navy?
Not exactly. Kriegsmarine refers specifically to Germany’s navy in the historical period of 1935–1945.
How do you say the Navy in German?
You can say die Marine for the modern navy.