der Fußball
Translation
soccer, soccer ball
Examples
Spielst du gerne Fußball?
Do you like playing soccer?
Wir schauen am Wochenende Fußball.
We watch soccer on the weekend.
Der Fußball ist im Tor.
The soccer ball is in the goal.
Grammar Patterns
to play ((soccer)) We're playing soccer in the afternoon.
Similar Words
Sport (sport), Spiel (game)
Etymology
A compound of 'Fuß' (foot) and 'Ball' (ball). Literally 'foot-ball'.
Memory Tips
The word itself tells you its meaning: 'Fuß' = foot, 'Ball' = ball. A sport where you play a ball with your foot.