die Schweigeminute
Translation
minute of silence, moment of silence
Examples
Wir hielten eine Schweigeminute für die Opfer.
We held a minute of silence for the victims.
Vor dem Spiel gab es eine Schweigeminute.
Before the game, there was a minute of silence.
Grammar Patterns
to hold a minute of silence ((for sb./sth.)) We held a minute of silence for the victims.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Gedenkminute, Stille; Antonyms: Applaus, Lärm
Etymology
A compound word from 'schweigen' (to be silent) and 'Minute' (minute).
Memory Tips
It literally means a 'silent minute'. Picture a formal event where everyone stops talking for a minute.