dribbeln

The German verb "dribbeln" means "to dribble", especially in sports like soccer or basketball.

• It is derived from the noun "Dribble" (borrowed from English), referring to the repeated bouncing or controlled moving of the ball.
• Similar German verbs include:
  • "ballführen" (to lead or control the ball),
  • "tropfen" (to drip, but less used in sports)
  • "zupfen" (to pluck, unrelated to ball control but sometimes confused).

Difference:

• "Dribbeln" specifically means controlling the ball by continuous light taps or bouncing while moving.
• "Ballführen" is a broader term for controlling the ball but may not imply repeated directed touches.