der Bewegungsmangel
Translation
lack of exercise, physical inactivity, sedentary lifestyle
Examples
Bewegungsmangel ist ein modernes Problem.
Lack of exercise is a modern problem.
Ärzte warnen vor den Folgen von Bewegungsmangel.
Doctors warn about the consequences of a lack of exercise.
Grammar Patterns
to suffer from ((sth.)) ((an+3)) leiden Viele Menschen leiden an Bewegungsmangel.
to have ((sth.)) ((et4)) haben Er hat starken Bewegungsmangel.
Similar Words
Synonyms: inactivity, sedentary lifestyle; Antonyms: physical activity, exercise
Etymology
A compound of 'Bewegung' (movement) and 'Mangel' (lack, deficiency).
Memory Tips
Literally 'movement lack'. It's a very direct and descriptive compound word.