die Rückrunde
Translation
second half of the season, return leg, second round
Examples
Die Rückrunde beginnt im Januar.
The second half of the season starts in January.
In der Rückrunde müssen wir besser spielen.
We have to play better in the second half of the season.
Grammar Patterns
in the second half of the season ((in der Rückrunde)) The team played better in the second half of the season.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zweite Saisonhälfte; Antonyms: Hinrunde
Etymology
Composed of 'Rück-' (back, return) and 'Runde' (round). Literally the 'return round'.
Memory Tips
Think of a sports season in two parts: the 'Hinrunde' (first round) and the 'Rückrunde' (return round).