die Länderspielpause
Translation
international break, international match break
Examples
Die Bundesliga macht eine Länderspielpause.
The Bundesliga is taking an international break.
Grammar Patterns
to take/make ((sth.)) The Bundesliga is taking an international break.
Similar Words
Synonym: FIFA-Abstellungsperiode (FIFA release period)
Etymology
Made up of 'Länderspiel' (international match) + 'Pause' (break). 'Länderspiel' is a compound of 'Länder' (countries) + 'Spiel' (game).
Memory Tips
It's a 'pause' from league football to allow for 'Länderspiel' (country games or international matches).