English–German
“upper division” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈoːbɐˌliːga/
Example
Viele Jugendliche träumen davon, einmal in der Oberliga zu spielen.
Many young people dream of playing in the upper division one day.
How to say “upper division” in German
“Upper division” in German is Oberliga.
An upper-level competition within a sport's league structure, not necessarily the highest division.
Example sentences with Oberliga
Nach dem Abstieg spielt der Klub jetzt in der Regionalliga, nicht mehr in der Oberliga.
After being relegated, the club now plays in the regional league, no longer in the upper division.
Tips for using Oberliga
- Oberliga does not always mean the same rank across sports or periods, so the sport and league system determine its exact level.