No. 4,900 in German
agon
The German word "Agon" refers to a struggle, contest, or conflict, often in a literary or philosophical context.
In a sentence
Die Agon der traditionellen Spiele bringt die Gemeinschaft zusammen.
The traditional games' agon brings the community together.
Used as a noun to denote competition or contest, derived from Greek.
Im Theaterstück ist der Agon zwischen den Hauptfiguren entscheidend.
In the play, the agon between the main characters is crucial.
Represents conflict or struggle in narratives, showing interpersonal dynamics.
Die antike Philosophie behandelt oft das Konzept des Agon als Lebensansatz.
Ancient philosophy often addresses the concept of agon as a life approach.
Discussing agon philosophically as a principle or method of existence.
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