der Breitensportler
Translation
amateur athlete, recreational athlete
Examples
Der Marathon ist für Breitensportler und Profis.
The marathon is for amateur athletes and professionals.
Grammar Patterns
((für j-n)) sein to be for sb. The marathon is for amateur athletes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Amateursportler, Hobbysportler; Antonyms: Profisportler, Leistungssportler (competitive athlete)
Etymology
Comes from 'Breitensport' (popular sports), a compound of 'breit' (broad) and 'Sport'. The '-ler' suffix indicates a person.
Memory Tips
Think of sports for the 'broad' masses. A 'Breitensportler' is someone who participates in these, i.e., an amateur.