NOUN

Vorsprung/ˈfoːɐ̯ˌʃpʁʊŋ/lead; advantage; projection

Vorsprung is a German noun that means lead, advantage, or projection. It is pronounced /ˈfoːɐ̯ˌʃpʁʊŋ/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Vorsprünge".

Definitions

1.having an advantage or lead over others(competition)

a.the state of being ahead in a race or competition

Das Team hat einen deutlichen Vorsprung gegenüber der Konkurrenz.The team has a clear lead over the competition.

2.part of something sticking out(architecture; geography)

a.a projection or protruding part of a surface

Der Balkon hat einen kleinen Vorsprung über dem Eingang.The balcony has a small projection above the entrance.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Vorsprungdie Vorsprünge
Genitivedes Vorsprungsder Vorsprünge
Dativedem Vorsprungden Vorsprüngen
Accusativeden Vorsprungdie Vorsprünge

Frequently asked questions

What does "Vorsprung" mean in English?
"Vorsprung" means lead, advantage, or projection. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Vorsprung"?
"Vorsprung" is pronounced /ˈfoːɐ̯ˌʃpʁʊŋ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Vorsprung" der, die, or das?
"Vorsprung" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Vorsprung"?
The plural of "Vorsprung" is "Vorsprünge".
What part of speech is "Vorsprung"?
"Vorsprung" is a noun in German.

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