noun
die Niederlage, -n
vereség
Eine Situation, in der jemand ein Spiel, einen Wettkampf oder einen Streit verliert.
The German word "Niederlage" is a feminine noun meaning "defeat" or "loss".
It is composed of:
- Nieder (down, lower)
- Lage (position, location)
Meaning:
The term literally refers to a "down position," symbolizing being overcome or beaten in a contest, battle, or competition.
Similar words:
- Pleite (bankruptcy, failure)
- Schlappe (defeat, flub; often informal)
- Verlust (loss; often financial or more abstract)
Differences:
- Niederlage is formal and typically used in sports, war, or competitions.
- Pleite emphasizes financial or personal failure rather than a direct contest.
- Schlappe is more colloquial and may imply a more humiliating or easy defeat.
- Verlust is broader, often indicating loss of items, money, or abstract concepts rather than a contest result.
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Examples
Die Niederlage des Teams war unerwartet.noun
A csapat veresége váratlan volt.
Seine Niederlage war unerwartet.noun
A veresége váratlan volt.
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