das Pokalprinzip
Translation
knockout system, cup principle, single-elimination format
Examples
Das Turnier wird nach dem Pokalprinzip gespielt.
The tournament is played according to the knockout system.
Grammar Patterns
nach dem Pokalprinzip according to the knockout system The tournament is played according to the knockout system.
Similar Words
K.-o.-System (knockout system)
Etymology
Composed of 'Pokal' (cup) and 'Prinzip' (principle). Literally the 'principle of a cup competition'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'principle' of a 'cup' tournament: you lose, you're out.