German Conversation · Level 101
59 words
German word
Startschuss
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʃtaɐ̯tˌʃʊs/
Meaning
- masculine nounstarting signal
Example
Der Trainer gab den Startschuss für das Training.
The coach gave the signal to start the training.
More examples
Mit dem Startschuss begann die Debatte.
With the starting signal, the debate began.
Core concept
A signal shot cuts through the noise and marks the official beginning of a race, event, or project.
Common phrases
den Startschuss geben
give the starting signal
Startschuss für das Projekt
starting signal for the project
Similar words
Beginn: The point or moment when something begins.
Anfang: The first part or starting point of something.
Auftakt: The opening section of an event or piece of music.
Signal: A visual or audible cue calling for attention or action.
Definition in German
ein kurzes Signal, häufig akustisch, das den Beginn eines Rennens, einer Veranstaltung oder eines Projekts offiziell ankündigt.
Word origin
Startschuss combines German Start, from English start, with Schuss, meaning a shot or discharge, and originally referred to a shot that began a race.
Usage tips
- Startschuss is masculine, with the plural Startschüsse; the phrase den Startschuss geben means to officially launch something.