das Mittelfeld
Translation
midfield, middle ground, middle of the pack
Examples
Der Spieler kontrolliert das Mittelfeld.
The player controls the midfield.
Unsere Firma liegt im Mittelfeld des Marktes.
Our company is in the middle of the pack in the market.
Grammar Patterns
to play in midfield He plays in midfield.
to be in the middle of the pack The company is in the middle of the pack.
Similar Words
Synonyms: das Zentrum, die Mitte
Etymology
Composed of 'Mittel-' (middle) and 'Feld' (field). Literally means 'middle field'.
Memory Tips
Visualize the midfield of a soccer pitch. It's literally the 'Mittel' (middle) of the 'Feld' (field). This helps for both literal and figurative meanings.