die Athleten
Translation
athletes
Examples
Die Athleten trainieren für die Olympiade.
The athletes are training for the Olympics.
Viele Athleten kamen aus der ganzen Welt.
Many athletes came from all over the world.
Grammar Patterns
((noun, pl.)) as subject The Athleten are ready.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Sportler (sportsman), Wettkämpfer (competitor)
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'athlētēs,' meaning 'contestant in the games.'
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English 'athlete.' Remember to capitalize it as it's a noun in German.