This is the 11756th most frequent German word.
tandem
A tandem is a partnership or collaboration between two people working together.
'Tandem' here refers to a bicycle built for two riders, showcasing its literal meaning.
Wir fahren gemeinsam auf einem Tandem durch den Park.
We are riding together on a tandem through the park.
'Im Tandem' metaphorically represents two entities working collaboratively, showcasing its figurative meaning.
Das Projekt wurde im Tandem von zwei Experten durchgeführt.
The project was carried out in tandem by two experts.
'Tandem-Sprung' specificially refers to a type of skydiving where two people jump together, indicating a specialized contextual usage.