die Vorbereitungswochen
Translation
weeks of preparation, preparatory weeks
Examples
Die Athleten sind in den letzten Vorbereitungswochen.
The athletes are in the final weeks of preparation.
Grammar Patterns
to be in the Vorbereitungswochen to be in the weeks of preparation The athletes are in the final Vorbereitungswochen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Trainingslager (training camp)
Etymology
From 'Vorbereitung' (preparation) + '-s-' (linking element) + 'Wochen' (weeks, plural of Woche). Literally 'preparation weeks'.
Memory Tips
The singular is 'die Vorbereitungswoche'. Just break the word down: 'Vorbereitung' (preparation) + 'Wochen' (weeks).