durchstoßen
Translation
to pierce, to break through, to penetrate
Examples
Der Pfeil hat die Rüstung durchstoßen.
The arrow pierced the armor.
Die Armee konnte die feindlichen Linien durchstoßen.
The army was able to break through the enemy lines.
Grammar Patterns
to pierce ((sth.)) The arrow pierced the armor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to pierce, to break through; Antonyms: to deflect, to stop
Etymology
Composed of 'durch' (through) + 'stoßen' (to thrust, push). Note that it's an inseparable verb.
Memory Tips
Visualize a spear 'thrusting' ('stoßen') 'through' ('durch') a shield.