flanken
Translation
to cross (a ball), to chuck, to fling
Examples
Der Spieler flankt den Ball in den Strafraum.
The player crosses the ball into the penalty area.
Er flankte seine Tasche achtlos in die Ecke.
He carelessly chucked his bag into the corner.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((into sth.)) to cross (sth.) (into sth.) The player crosses the ball into the penalty area.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to throw, to chuck; (Sports) to center, to cross
Etymology
From German 'Flanke' (flank, side). It refers to the act of sending the ball from the side of the field in football.
Memory Tips
Picture a football player on the 'flank' (side) of the field, preparing to 'flanken' (cross) the ball.