der Strafraum, ¨-e
penalty area
Der Bereich direkt vor dem Tor, in dem es besondere Regeln für das Spiel gibt.
The German word "Strafraum" is a noun that translates to "penalty area" or "penalty box" in English. It is made up of "Strafe," which means "punishment" or "penalty," and "Raum," which means "space" or "area." In soccer (football), the "Strafraum" refers to the area in front of the goal where certain fouls committed by defenders result in a penalty kick for the attacking team.
Similar words in the context of soccer include "Sechzehner" (the area from the penalty spot to the edge of the penalty area) and "Torzonen” (goal areas). The main difference is that while "Strafraum" specifically refers to the penalty area where penalties are awarded, the other terms may refer to different and specific sections of the playing field or goal areas.
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Examples
Der Spieler wurde im Strafraum gefoult.noun
The player was fouled in the penalty area.
Plötzlich lag der Ball im Strafraum.noun
Suddenly, the ball was in the penalty area.
Dürfen sich mehrere Spieler im Strafraum aufhalten?noun
Are several players allowed to be in the penalty area?
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