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“comeback” in German

German

AlsoCome-back · Aufholjagd

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkɔntɐ/

Example

Auf seine Beleidigung hatte sie sofort einen Konter.

She immediately came back at him after his insult.

Illustration for Konter (comeback)

How to say “comeback” in German

“Comeback” in German is Konter.

A quick move or remark catches an attack and sends an equally sharp response back.

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

Example sentences with Konter

Auf seine Provokation reagierte sie nicht mit Wut, sondern mit einem ironischen Konter.

She responded to his provocation not with anger but with an ironic comeback.

Tips for using Konter

  • Konter is masculine, and its plural is also Konter; the related verb is kontern.

Other German words for “comeback”

Nach dem Skandal erlebte der Politiker mehrere Come-backs.

After the scandal, the politician made several comebacks.

Nach dem Rückstand begann die Mannschaft eine Aufholjagd.

After falling behind, the team began a comeback.

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