Trainieren
Example: Ich trainiere jeden Morgen im Fitnessstudio für den Marathon.
Definition
"Trainieren" means to practice or exercise regularly in order to improve a skill, ability, or physical fitness. It often involves repeated activities or workouts, such as when someone trains every morning at the gym to prepare for a marathon.
Etymology
The word "trainieren" comes from the German adaptation of the French word "entraîner," which means to lead or to coach. Originally, it related to guiding or pulling, but over time it evolved to mean practicing or exercising to improve performance. Did you know that "trainieren" shares roots with the English word "train," which also involves preparation and practice?
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"Trainieren" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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