die Pflichtübung
Translation
compulsory exercise, set routine, required exercise
Examples
Die Pflichtübung war sehr schwierig.
The compulsory exercise was very difficult.
Jeder Turner muss die Pflichtübung absolvieren.
Every gymnast must complete the compulsory exercise.
Grammar Patterns
to complete/do a compulsory exercise (eine Pflichtübung absolvieren/machen) Each athlete must complete a difficult compulsory exercise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obligatorische Aufgabe; Antonyms: Kür
Etymology
A compound of 'Pflicht' (duty, obligation) and 'Übung' (exercise, practice).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'duty exercise' – a routine that is required before the creative, freestyle part (the 'Kür').