der Stützpunkt
Translation
base, stronghold, support point
Examples
Die Armee errichtete einen neuen Stützpunkt.
The army established a new base.
Dieser Ort ist ein wichtiger Stützpunkt für Touristen.
This place is an important base for tourists.
Grammar Patterns
a base ((for sth.)) a base for sth. This is a base for our operations.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Basis (the base), das Lager (the camp)
Etymology
A compound of 'Stütze' (support) and 'Punkt' (point). Literally a 'support point'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'point' that gives you 'support' ('Stütze') - a base of operations.