No. 5,042 in German
anpfiff
"Anpfiff" means "kick-off" or "start of a game."
In a sentence
Der Anpfiff des Spiels erfolgt um 20:00 Uhr.
The kickoff of the game takes place at 8:00 PM.
Here, 'Anpfiff' is used as a noun referring to the starting moment of a sports game, particularly soccer.
Der Schiedsrichter gibt den Anpfiff.
The referee gives the kickoff.
In this context, 'Anpfiff' is used again as a noun, emphasizing the action performed by the referee to start the game.
Er erhielt einen Anpfiff wegen seines schlechten Verhaltens.
He received a reprimand for his bad behavior.
Here, 'Anpfiff' is used metaphorically to mean a scolding or verbal reprimand, demonstrating its usage beyond sports terminology.
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