der Spielbeginn
Translation
start of the game, kick-off
Examples
Der Spielbeginn ist um 20 Uhr.
The game starts at 8 p.m.
Wir müssen vor Spielbeginn im Stadion sein.
We have to be at the stadium before the game starts.
Grammar Patterns
before/after ((the start of the game)) vor/nach dem Spielbeginn We'll meet before the start of the game.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Anpfiff, Anstoß (kickoff); Antonyms: Spielende, Abpfiff (final whistle)
Etymology
From 'Spiel' (game) + 'Beginn' (beginning, start). Literally 'game start'.
Memory Tips
A very direct compound word. Think of when the 'Spiel' (game) 'begins'.