English–German

“kick” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/tʁɪt/

Example

Der Boxer bekam mehrere Tritte.

The boxer took several kicks.

Illustration for Tritt (kick)

How to say “kick” in German

“Kick” in German is Tritt.

One distinct movement in which a foot lands on the ground or drives into a person or object.

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

Example sentences with Tritt

Der Trainer sagte, ein strenger Tritt in den Hintern könne den Spieler endlich wachrütteln.

The coach said that a firm kick in the butt could finally wake the player up.

Tips for using Tritt

  • In jemandem einen Tritt geben, the person receiving the kick is in the dative, as in jemandem einen Tritt geben.

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