der Topspringer
Translation
top jumper, leading jumper
Examples
Der Topspringer gewann die Goldmedaille.
The top jumper won the gold medal.
Alle Augen waren auf den Topspringer gerichtet.
All eyes were on the top jumper.
Grammar Patterns
to be among the ((top jumpers)) He is among the top jumpers in the world.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Spitzenspringer; Antonyms: Anfänger (beginner)
Etymology
A compound of English 'Top' and German 'Springer' (jumper).
Memory Tips
Imagine a ski jumper at the 'top' of the ramp. 'Springer' is related to the English word 'spring'.