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The German word "Zuspätkommen" is a noun formed from the parts:

• zu (prefix meaning "to" or indicating direction)
• spät (adjective/adverb meaning "late")
• kommen (verb meaning "to come")

Meaning: It refers to the act of arriving late. In English, it means "tardiness" or "being late".

Similar words:

• Verspätung – delay (especially used for trains, flights, etc.)
• Spätkommen – also means arriving late (similar noun form)
• Versäumen – to miss or fail (e.g., missed opportunity or class)

Difference:

• "Zuspätkommen" specifically highlights the personal act of coming late to an event or appointment.
• "Verspätung" is often used for public transportation or scheduled events being delayed, rather than a person’s behavior.
• "Versäumen" focuses more on missing or failing to attend rather than just being late.