der Hackenschlag
Translation
heel click
Examples
Der Soldat machte einen Hackenschlag.
The soldier clicked his heels.
Grammar Patterns
einen Hackenschlag machen to click one's heels The officer clicked his heels.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none in common use.
Etymology
From 'Hacke' (heel) + 'Schlag' (strike, blow). Literally a 'heel-strike'.
Memory Tips
Picture a soldier striking ('Schlag') their heels ('Hacken') together as a formal gesture.