English–German

“breakthrough” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈdʊʁçˌbʁʊx/

Example

Nach jahrelanger Forschung gelang ihnen der Durchbruch.

After years of research, they achieved a breakthrough.

Illustration for Durchbruch (breakthrough)

How to say “breakthrough” in German

“Breakthrough” in German is Durchbruch.

A long-blocked barrier cracks open, creating a passage into new ground.

Full entry for Durchbruch: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Durchbruch

Das Team arbeitet intensiv auf einen Durchbruch hin.

The team is working intensively toward a breakthrough.

Tips for using Durchbruch

  • Durchbruch is masculine, and its plural is Durchbrüche, with an umlaut appearing in the plural.

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