der Ligaverbleib
Translation
staying in the league, league survival, avoiding relegation
Examples
Der Verein kämpft um den Ligaverbleib.
The club is fighting to stay in the league.
Der Ligaverbleib wurde am letzten Spieltag gesichert.
Staying in the league was secured on the final matchday.
Grammar Patterns
to fight for ((sth.)) to fight for sth. The club is fighting for survival in the league.
((sth.)) is secured sth. is secured Staying in the league is now secured.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Klassenerhalt; Antonyms: Abstieg (relegation)
Etymology
A compound of 'Liga' (league) and 'Verbleib' (stay, remainder), from the verb 'verbleiben' (to remain).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Liga' (league) + 'Verbleib' (staying). It literally means 'league stay'.