die Rekordzahl
Translation
record number
Examples
Die Firma erreichte eine Rekordzahl an Verkäufen.
The company achieved a record number of sales.
Es gab eine Rekordzahl von Bewerbern.
There was a record number of applicants for the position.
Grammar Patterns
a record number of ((sth.)) a record number of (sth.) The city welcomed a record number of visitors.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Höchstzahl, Spitzenwert; Antonyms: Tiefststand
Etymology
A compound word from 'Rekord' (record) and 'Zahl' (number). Literally means 'record number'.
Memory Tips
Combine the English word 'record' with 'Zahl' (number). It's a very direct and logical compound.