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A term borrowed from English for a police officer, usually in the context of the Anglo-American world.
In amerikanischen Filmen ruft man bei Gefahr 'Officer!'
In American films, people shout 'Officer!' when there is danger.
This word is an Anglicism and is used almost only when speaking or writing about the Anglo-American world (e.g., the USA, Great Britain). It is typical of films, news reports, or books set there.
Der Officer stieg aus seinem Polizeiwagen und ging auf das Haus zu.
The officer got out of his police car and walked toward the house.
You can tell from the context whether a police officer or a member of the military is meant. Words like 'Polizei' (police) or 'verhaften' (to arrest) point to a police officer, while 'Armee' (army) or 'Marine' (navy) refer to a soldier.
Der Police Officer regelte den Verkehr an der Kreuzung.
The police officer directed traffic at the intersection.
Especially in dubbed films and series, 'Officer' is often used as a direct form of address for a police officer.
„Officer, können Sie mir helfen?“, fragte die Touristin.
'Officer, can you help me?' asked the tourist.
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'der Polizist' and 'der Officer' can both mean a police officer. 'Polizist' is the normal German word, especially when talking about the police in Germany or in everyday life. 'Officer' is borrowed from English and usually fits when talking about English-speaking countries, films, or TV series. Learners may confuse the words because 'Officer' often seems like 'Polizist' in media. In normal German conversation, 'Polizist' is clearer and more natural.
In der amerikanischen Serie hilft ein Officer einem verlorenen Kind.
In the American series, an officer helps a lost child.
Vor dem Bahnhof fragt ein Polizist die Leute nach ihren Ausweisen.
In front of the station, a police officer asks people for their IDs.