das Tor
Translation
goal, gate
Examples
Der Stürmer schießt ein Tor.
The striker scores a goal.
Das alte Stadttor ist berühmt.
The old city gate is famous.
Grammar Patterns
to score ((a goal)) The team scored three goals.
to go through ((a gate)) We are going through the big gate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Pforte (gate), Eingang (entrance)
Etymology
From Old High German 'tor', meaning door or gate. The sports meaning is an extension of this.
Memory Tips
The ball must pass through the 'gate' (Tor) to score a 'goal' (Tor). One word, two meanings.