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athlete
Eine Person, die viel Sport macht, sehr gut trainiert ist und bei Wettkämpfen mitmacht.
The German word "Athlet" is a noun meaning "athlete", referring to a person who is trained or skilled in physical sports and exercises.
- Etymology: Derived from the Greek word áthlētes meaning "contestant" or " competitor".
Similar words:
- Sportler – sportsperson, athlete in a broader context.
- Kraftsportler – strength athlete (e.g., weightlifter).
- Leichtathlet – track and field athlete.
Differences:
- Athlet is a general term for someone practicing sports/physical activity.
- Sportler encompasses all sportspeople, including those in non-athletic disciplines (e.g., chess players).
- Leichtathlet specifically refers to athletes in track and field events.
- Kraftsportler emphasizes strength-based sports.
So, "Athlet" commonly denotes a physically fit competitor, often in endurance or power sports.
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Examples
Der Athlet trainiert täglich.noun
The athlete trains daily.
Nach dem Wettkampf war der Athlet erschöpft.noun
After the competition, the athlete was exhausted.
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