word
langlaufen
cross-country ski
The German word „langlaufen“ is a compound verb made of „lang“ (long) and „laufen“ (to run/walk). It means “to do cross-country skiing” or literally “to ski long distances”.
Similar words:
- Skifahren (to ski, generally downhill skiing)
- Skitourengehen (ski touring, often off-piste with uphill and downhill)
Difference:
- Langlaufen specifically refers to cross-country skiing on flat or gently rolling terrain.
- Skifahren is mainly downhill skiing.
- Skitourengehen emphasizes backcountry skiing with uphill climbs.
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Examples
Wir gehen im Winter oft langlaufen.verb
We often go cross-country skiing in the winter.
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