die Waffen
Translation
weapons, arms, firearms
Examples
Der Besitz von Waffen ist streng reguliert.
The possession of weapons is strictly regulated.
Soldaten tragen Waffen zur Verteidigung.
Soldiers carry weapons for defense.
Grammar Patterns
to carry ((weapons)) Soldaten tragen Waffen.
Similar Words
Rüstung (armor), Munition (ammunition), Gewehr (rifle)
Etymology
Cognate with the English word 'weapon', derived from Old High German 'wāfan'.
Memory Tips
It sounds very similar to its English counterpart, 'weapon'. Just remember 'Waffen' is plural.