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“starting signal” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃtaɐ̯tˌʃʊs/

Example

Der Trainer gab den Startschuss für das Training.

The coach gave the signal to start the training.

Illustration for Startschuss (starting signal)

How to say “starting signal” in German

“Starting signal” in German is Startschuss.

A signal shot cuts through the noise and marks the official beginning of a race, event, or project.

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

Example sentences with Startschuss

Mit dem Startschuss begann die Debatte.

With the starting signal, the debate began.

Tips for using Startschuss

  • Startschuss is masculine, with the plural Startschüsse; the phrase den Startschuss geben means to officially launch something.

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