German word

Strafraum

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʃtʁaːfˌʁaʊ̯m/

Meaning

  • masculine nounpenalty area

Example

Der Ball wurde im Strafraum geklärt.

The ball was cleared in the penalty area.

Illustration for Strafraum (penalty area)

More examples

Der Stürmer erzielte im Strafraum das 1:0.

The striker scored the goal that made it 1-0 in the penalty area.

Core concept

A goal-front rectangle where the rules give fouls unusually serious consequences.

Common phrases

  • im Strafraum

    in the penalty area

  • Foul im Strafraum

    foul in the penalty area

  • Elfmeter nach Foul im Strafraum

    penalty kick following a foul in the penalty area

Similar words

Sechzehner: An informal term for the penalty area often heard in conversation and sports commentary.
Elfmeterpunkt: The designated point in front of the goal for taking a penalty kick.
Torraum: The narrower goal area closest to the goal, especially relevant to defensive play.

Definition in German

Der Bereich vor dem Tor, in dem ein Foul zu einem Strafstoß führen kann.

Word origin

Strafraum combines the noun element Straf, from Strafe ('penalty'), with Raum ('space' or 'area') to name a football area defined by penalty rules.

Usage tips

  • In German, in dem Strafraum marks a stationary location, while in den Strafraum marks movement into the area.

Related words

  • Strafraumgrenzepenalty area boundarynoun
  • Strafraumfoulpenalty-area foulnoun

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