der Trupp
squad
A small, organized group of people carrying out a common task, especially in a military, police, or technical context.
EXAMPLE
Ein Trupp Soldaten sicherte das Gelände.
A squad of soldiers secured the area.
der Trupp
squad / group
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Meanings
der Trupp
group
(colloquial) A small, informal group of people, or also animals, who are out together or doing something together.
EXAMPLE
Ein kleiner Trupp Kinder spielte im Park Fußball.
A small group of children was playing soccer in the park.
Usage tips
Typical collocations
In its main meaning, 'Trupp' is often combined with professional or functional groups that perform a task. Typical examples are 'ein Bautrupp' (a construction crew), 'ein Rettungstrupp' (a rescue team), or 'ein Fernsehtrupp' (a TV crew).
EXAMPLE
Ein Bautrupp repariert die Straße vor unserem Haus.
A construction crew is repairing the road in front of our house.
Context clue
This meaning almost always refers to a small, organized group with a clear, often professional mission. The context is usually military or technical, or it relates to rescue services.
EXAMPLE
Der Polizist forderte einen Trupp zur Verstärkung an.
The police officer requested a squad as backup.
Register
In this meaning, 'Trupp' is used colloquially to describe any small group of people. It often has a slightly casual or humorous tone.
EXAMPLE
Was für ein lustiger Trupp ihr doch seid!
What a funny group you all are!
Compare with
Trupp vs Gruppe
group
Die Gruppe neutrally refers to several people who belong together or act together. Der Trupp refers to a relatively small, organized unit with a shared task and is especially suitable in military, police, or technical situations. For a neutral description, Gruppe is sufficient; for this kind of operation, Trupp is the better choice.
Trupp
Ein Trupp von Technikern repariert vor dem Fest die Stromleitung.
A squad of technicians is repairing the power line before the festival.
Gruppe
Eine Gruppe von Helfern verteilt vor dem Fest Getränke.
A group of volunteers is handing out drinks before the festival.
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