der Torwart
Translation
goalkeeper, goalie, keeper
Examples
Der Torwart hat den Ball gehalten.
The goalkeeper saved the ball.
Ein guter Torwart ist sehr wichtig.
A good goalkeeper is very important.
Grammar Patterns
((the goalkeeper)) the goalkeeper The goalkeeper catches the ball.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Torhüter, Keeper; Antonyms: Stürmer (striker)
Etymology
From 'Tor' (gate, goal) + 'Wart' (guard, keeper). Literally 'goal guard'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who 'wards' the 'Tor' (goal). It's a direct compound word.