der Wechselfehler
Translation
substitution error, changeover error
Examples
Der Wechselfehler kostete die Mannschaft den Sieg.
The substitution error cost the team the victory.
Der Trainer ärgerte sich über den Wechselfehler.
The coach was annoyed about the substitution error.
Grammar Patterns
to make a substitution error The team made a crucial substitution error.
Similar Words
Patzer (blunder), Irrtum (mistake)
Etymology
From 'Wechsel' (change, substitution) + 'Fehler' (error, mistake). An error during a change.
Memory Tips
Picture a relay race where the 'Wechsel' (changeover) of the baton is a 'Fehler' (error).