das Achtelfinale
Translation
round of 16, eighth-final
Examples
Deutschland hat das Achtelfinale erreicht.
Germany has reached the round of 16.
Das Spiel im Achtelfinale war sehr spannend.
The match in the round of 16 was very exciting.
Grammar Patterns
to be/play in the round of 16 (im Achtelfinale sein/spielen) The team will play in the round of 16 tomorrow.
to reach the round of 16 (das Achtelfinale erreichen) They hope to reach the round of 16.
Similar Words
round of 16
Etymology
Composed of 'Achtel' (eighth) and 'Finale' (final). It refers to the round with 16 teams, resulting in 8 matches.
Memory Tips
Think of a tournament bracket. When 16 teams are left, they play 8 games. Hence, 'Achtel' (eighth) is used to describe this stage.