Befehl
command
The German word for command is 'Befehl'. It is used in the same way as the English word, often in the context of issuing orders or instructions. For example, a military commander might give a 'Befehl' to his troops. The word can also be used more generally to refer to any kind of order or instruction, such as a computer command.
Example sentences using: Befehl
Geben Sie mir den Befehl, das zu tun.
Give me the command to do that.
In this sentence, 'Befehl' is used to refer to an instruction or order that someone is requested to provide.
Der Befehl kommt von oben.
The command comes from above.
This phrase is typically used to indicate that an order or instruction is coming from a higher authority or leadership.
Befehl ist Befehl.
An order is an order.
Used to express the imperative of obeying an order, irrespective of personal sentiments or disagreements.