der Rückschlag
Translation
setback, relapse, backlash, recoil
Examples
Das Team erlitt einen schweren Rückschlag.
The team suffered a heavy setback.
Nach der Besserung kam ein Rückschlag.
After the improvement, there was a relapse.
Der Rückschlag des Gewehrs war stark.
The recoil of the rifle was strong.
Grammar Patterns
to suffer a setback einen Rückschlag erleiden The project has suffered a major setback.
Similar Words
Synonyms: setback, failure; Antonyms: success, progress
Etymology
Composed of 'Rück-' (back) and 'Schlag' (strike, blow). It literally means a 'back-strike'.
Memory Tips
Picture trying to advance, but getting a 'blow' ('Schlag') that sends you 'back' ('Rück-').