die Atomwaffe
Translation
atomic weapon, nuclear weapon
Examples
Der Besitz von Atomwaffen ist umstritten.
The possession of atomic weapons is controversial.
Viele Länder forschen an Atomwaffen.
Many countries are researching atomic weapons.
Grammar Patterns
to possess an atomic weapon eine Atomwaffe besitzen Some countries possess atomic weapons.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kernwaffe (nuclear weapon), Nuklearwaffe (nuclear weapon)
Etymology
A compound word: 'Atom' (atom) + 'Waffe' (weapon).
Memory Tips
Literally 'atom weapon'. Easy to remember if you know the two parts.