der Gegenzug, ¨-e
return · countermove
Etwas, das man als Antwort auf eine Leistung oder Hilfe gibt oder tut.
The German word "Gegenzug" is a noun that means "counter-move" or "counteraction". It is composed of "Gegen", meaning "against" or "counter", and "Zug", which means "move" (as in a move in a game like chess) or "train".
Words with similar meanings include:
- "Gegenmaßnahme" (countermeasure)
- "Gegenangriff" (counterattack)
- "Reaktion" (reaction)
Differences:
- "Gegenmaßnahme" typically refers to strategic or planned actions taken to counter a threat or to mitigate an issue.
- "Gegenangriff", often used in military or combat contexts, defines an offensive move made in direct response to an initial attack.
- "Reaktion" is a broader term for any response, whether immediate or thought out, to an action or stimulus.
"Gegenzug" generally implies a more immediate or tactical response, often within the context of games, strategy, or negotiations.
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Examples
Im Gegenzug erwarten wir Pünktlichkeit.noun
In return, we expect punctuality.
Der Gegenzug zu seinem schnellen Angriff kam etwas zu spät.noun
The countermove to his rapid attack came a little too late.
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