noun
der Weitsprung, ¨-e
long jump
The German word "Weitsprung" is a compound noun made of:
- Weit: far, long
- Sprung: jump
Meaning: It refers to the sport or action of the long jump—jumping a long distance horizontally.
Similar words:
- Dreisprung (triple jump)
- Hochsprung (high jump)
Difference:
- "Weitsprung" focuses on horizontal distance jumped.
- "Hochsprung" is about vertical height.
- "Dreisprung" involves three consecutive jumps for distance.
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Examples
Der Athlet bereitet sich auf den Weitsprung vor.noun
The athlete is preparing for the long jump.
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