Rennen

See also: rennen and rënnen

German

Etymology

From the verb rennen (“run”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): [ˈʁɛnən]
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Noun

Rennen n (genitive Rennens, plural Rennen)

  1. (sports) race, a competitive event in sports.
    Nur ein Sportler kann dieses Rennen gewinnen. — Only one sportsman can win in this race.
  2. the act of running.
    Das Rennen kann für den menschlichen Körper eine große Belastung sein. — Running can mean a great strain for the human body.

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