der Spruch
Translation
saying, motto, slogan, verdict
Examples
Ein alter Spruch sagt: 'Ohne Fleiß kein Preis.'
An old saying goes: 'No pain, no gain.'
Er machte einen witzigen Spruch und alle lachten.
He made a witty remark and everyone laughed.
Das Gericht wird morgen den Spruch verkünden.
The court will announce the verdict tomorrow.
Grammar Patterns
to make a quip/remark einen Spruch machen He always has to make a witty quip.
a saying ((about sth.)) ein Spruch ((über+4)) That's a saying about friendship.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Redewendung (saying), Motto, Urteil (verdict)
Etymology
Derived from 'sprechen' (to speak). A 'Spruch' is essentially 'a spoken thing'.
Memory Tips
A 'Spruch' is a short, memorable phrase that is 'spoken' ('gesprochen'). The connection to 'sprechen' is key.