das Duell, -e
duel
Ein Kampf zwischen zwei Personen, die sich zu einer festen Zeit und an einem festen Ort treffen, um ihre Streitigkeit auszutragen.
The German word "Duell" is a noun meaning "duel", a formal combat or contest between two opponents, often hand-to-hand or with weapons.
- It consists of no smaller German components (it is borrowed from Latin "duellum").
- Meaning: a fight or competition between two individuals.
Similar words:
- Kampf (fight, battle)
- Wettkampf (competition)
- Zweikampf (one-on-one fight)
Difference:
- Duell specifically refers to a formal or arranged confrontation, often with strict rules.
- Kampf is a general term for any fight or struggle.
- Wettkampf emphasizes a competitive contest, often sports-related.
- Zweikampf focuses on a direct one-on-one fight but not necessarily formal.
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Examples
Das Duell findet bei Sonnenaufgang statt.noun
The duel takes place at sunrise.
In den alten Geschichten endeten viele Duelle tragisch.noun
In the old stories many duels ended tragically.
Die Ritter bereiteten sich sorgfältig auf das Duell vor.noun
The knights prepared carefully for the duel.
Das Duell zwischen den beiden Spielern bleibt spannend.noun
The duel between the two players remains exciting.
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