Anlauf/ˈanˌlaʊ̯f/run-up; attempt; start
Anlauf is a German noun that means run-up, attempt, or start. It is pronounced /ˈanˌlaʊ̯f/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Anläufe".
Definitions
1.the running start before a jump or throw(sports, physical movement)
a.initial running phase to gain momentum
Vor dem Weitsprung nimmt sie einen langen Anlauf.—She takes a long run-up before the long jump.
2.the attempt to accomplish something, especially after earlier failures(initiative, general)
a.first or subsequent effort at a task
Nach mehreren Fehlversuchen gelang ihm der Anlauf endlich.—After several failed attempts, he finally succeeded.
3.the beginning or early phase of an activity or process(beginning, process)
a.starting phase of something
Im Anlauf zur Reform gab es viele Diskussionen.—In the initial phase of the reform there were many discussions.
Declension
Gendermasculine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | der Anlauf | die Anläufe |
| Genitive | des Anlaufs | der Anläufe |
| Dative | dem Anlauf | den Anläufen |
| Accusative | den Anlauf | die Anläufe |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Anlauf" mean in English?
- "Anlauf" means run-up, attempt, or start. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Anlauf"?
- "Anlauf" is pronounced /ˈanˌlaʊ̯f/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Anlauf" der, die, or das?
- "Anlauf" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
- What is the plural of "Anlauf"?
- The plural of "Anlauf" is "Anläufe".
- What part of speech is "Anlauf"?
- "Anlauf" is a noun in German.
