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military corps
A large military formation consisting of several divisions and additional corps troops, forming an independent operational unit.
Das Panzerkorps wurde an die Front verlegt, um den Angriff zu führen.
The tank corps was moved to the front to lead the attack.
corps
A body of people with the same function, profession, or status, often forming a community with its own rules and a strong sense of belonging.
Das diplomatische Korps war vollständig beim Staatsempfang anwesend.
The diplomatic corps was fully present at the state reception.
student corps
A specific type of dueling student fraternity characterized by strict traditions and a strong sense of honor.
Er war während seines Studiums Mitglied in einem angesehenen Corps.
During his studies, he was a member of a respected Corps.
The word comes from French, so the final letters '-ps' are not pronounced. The correct pronunciation is [koːɐ̯].
Der Befehlshaber sprach zu seinem gesamten Korps.
The commander addressed his entire corps.
The plural form of 'das Korps' (the corps) is identical to the singular form: 'die Korps' (the corps). Only the article changes; the word itself stays the same.
Die Armee bestand aus drei Korps mit jeweils 40.000 Soldaten.
The army consisted of three corps, each with 40,000 soldiers.
The meaning becomes clear from the context. Military terms point to the army unit, job titles such as 'diplomatisch' (diplomatic) point to a group of people, and the university context points to a student fraternity.
Das diplomatische Korps nahm an der Zeremonie teil.
The diplomatic corps took part in the ceremony.
In the meaning of a group of people, 'Korps' (corps) is often combined with an adjective or noun that describes the group more closely. Examples are 'diplomatisches Korps' (diplomatic corps), 'Offizierskorps' (officer corps), or 'Ballettkorps' (ballet corps).
Das gesamte Ballettkorps stand am Ende der Vorstellung auf der Bühne.
The entire ballet corps was on stage at the end of the performance.
When a student fraternity is meant, the word is often written 'Corps'. This spelling with 'C' and 's' at the end is a clear sign of this specific meaning.
Während des Studiums trat er einem alten Heidelberger Corps bei.
During his studies, he joined an old Heidelberg Corps.
association / bandage
Verband and Korps can both refer to a military formation or unit. Verband is the general term for such a formation, while Korps refers to a specific large formation made up of several divisions. Verband is appropriate when speaking generally about a military unit; Korps is appropriate for this size of formation.
Das Korps mit mehreren Divisionen übernahm den großen Einsatz.
The corps, which included several divisions, took charge of the major operation.
Der militärische Verband rückte am Morgen in das Gebiet vor.
The military formation advanced into the area in the morning.
