Militer
In short
Militer is the German word for military, referring to armed forces used by a state.
In plain words
It describes the organised groups of soldiers, sailors, and pilots that a country uses to defend itself or fight wars. These groups follow a strict chain of command and use weapons and equipment.
A simple example
A country might increase its militer spending to buy new fighter jets or train more infantry soldiers.
Why it matters
Military strength affects how countries interact and maintain peace or engage in conflict. It is a key part of a nation's security and political power.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse it with 'militia', which usually refers to smaller, unofficial, or local armed groups.