Torhüter: The German Word for Goalkeeper
Meaning and Usage
Torhüter is the German word for goalkeeper, the player in team sports who defends the goal from opposing players.
Etymology
The word Torhüter is a compound of two German words: Tor (goal) and Hüter (keeper or guardian). It literally means "goal keeper".
Usage in German
Torhüter is the common term used in German to refer to goalkeepers in all team sports, including football, ice hockey, and handball.
Related Terms
- Torfrau: Female goalkeeper
- Torwart: Another term for goalkeeper, also used in German
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