der Angriff
Translation
attack, assault, offense
Examples
Der Angriff begann am frühen Morgen.
The attack began early in the morning.
Unser Team ist stark im Angriff.
Our team is strong on the attack.
Das war ein persönlicher Angriff auf mich.
That was a personal attack on me.
Grammar Patterns
((an)) attack ((on sb./sth.)) an attack on (sb./sth.) The attack on the city was heavy.
((to be in)) attack ((sports)) to be on the offense We are currently in attack.
Similar Words
Synonyms: assault, strike; Antonyms: defense, protection
Etymology
From 'an-' (on/at) + 'greifen' (to grab/seize). Literally grabbing at someone.
Memory Tips
Think of 'angry' + 'grip' -> An-griff (an angry grip/attack).