der Sturz, ¨-e
fall
Ein plötzliches Hinunterfallen einer Person oder eines Gegenstands, oft unerwartet und meist durch einen Verlust des Gleichgewichts verursacht.
The German word "Sturz" is a noun meaning "fall" or "tumble." It can refer to a physical falling, such as someone tripping or an object dropping, and can also be used metaphorically, for example, in describing the sudden fall or decline of a government or market.
"Sturz" originates from the verb "stürzen" which means "to fall" or "to plunge." This evokes the action of dropping or collapsing rapidly and often unexpectedly.
Similar terms include "Fall" (fall, case, or downfall), which is more general and can be used in a broader range of contexts including non-physical falls like a fall in price or reputation. Another related word, "Absturz" specifically denotes a crash, often used when discussing aviation or systems failures.
The specific connotation of "Sturz" is a sudden and often uncontrollable fall, making it more intense compared to the more general "Fall," and more specific in its implication of accident compared to the more catastrophic "Absturz."
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Examples
Der Sturz hat ihn verletzt.noun
The fall injured him.
Ein Sturz kann schmerzhaft sein.noun
A fall can be painful.
Der Sturz des Turners war unerwartet.noun
The fall of the gymnast was unexpected.
Nach dem Sturz fühlte sie sich unwohl.noun
After the fall, she felt unwell.
Nach einem Sturz braucht man oft Hilfe.noun
After a fall, one often needs help.
Ein kleiner Sturz beim Klettern erschreckte die Kinder sehr.noun
A small fall while climbing frightened the children very much.
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