English–German

“track-and-field athlete” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈlaɪ̯çtatˌleːt/

Example

Ich kenne den Leichtathleten gut.

I know the track-and-field athlete well.

Illustration for Leichtathlet (track-and-field athlete)

How to say “track-and-field athlete” in German

“Track-and-field athlete” in German is Leichtathlet.

An athlete whose event is a race, jump, or throw in the track-and-field program.

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

Example sentences with Leichtathlet

Bei den Trials wird er als Leichtathlet antreten.

At the trials, he will compete as a track-and-field athlete.

Tips for using Leichtathlet

  • Leichtathlet names a person, whereas Leichtathletik names the sport: Ich bin Leichtathlet but Ich mache Leichtathletik.

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