das Pistol
Translation
pistol
Examples
Der Duellant zog sein altes Pistol.
The duelist drew his old pistol.
Im Museum war ein Pistol ausgestellt.
A pistol was exhibited in the museum.
Grammar Patterns
((das Pistol)) the pistol He carried a pistol on his belt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pistole (modern form)
Etymology
From French 'pistolet'. An archaic or regional form of the modern German 'Pistole'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Pistol' as an old-fashioned word for 'Pistole', like in a pirate story. Note the neuter article 'das'.