der Mehrkampf
Translation
combined event, all-around competition, decathlon, heptathlon
Examples
Er gewann die Goldmedaille im Mehrkampf.
He won the gold medal in the combined event.
Der Mehrkampf besteht aus zehn Disziplinen.
The combined event consists of ten disciplines.
Grammar Patterns
to compete in the combined event He is competing in the combined event.
the combined event consists of sth. The combined event consists of ten disciplines.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Allround-Wettbewerb (all-around competition); Antonyms: Einzeldisziplin (single discipline)
Etymology
Composed of 'mehr' (more) and 'Kampf' (fight, competition). This translates to 'more-competition', indicating a contest with several parts.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'mehr' (more) + 'Kampf' (competition). It's a sport that involves 'more' than one competition.