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“defending champion” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtiːtl̩fɛɐ̯ˌtaɪ̯dɪgɐ/

Example

Der Titelverteidiger hat das Finale gewonnen.

The defending champion won the final.

Illustration for Titelverteidiger (defending champion)

How to say “defending champion” in German

“Defending champion” in German is Titelverteidiger.

A reigning champion returns to the next competition with the title still in hand and a chance to keep it.

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

Example sentences with Titelverteidiger

Der junge Spieler spielt gegen den Titelverteidiger.

The young player is playing against the defending champion.

Tips for using Titelverteidiger

  • Titelverteidiger is masculine, and its plural has the same form; the feminine form is Titelverteidigerin.

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