Die Reserve
Example: Die Mannschaft hat eine starke Reserve für das Spiel bereitgestellt.
Definition
"Die Reserve" refers to the group of players or resources kept available to support or substitute the main team during a game or event. It implies readiness to step in when needed, ensuring strength and backup for the primary participants.
Etymology
The word "die Reserve" comes from the Latin word 'reservare,' meaning 'to keep back' or 'to save.' It entered German via French 'réserve,' retaining the sense of something held in store or kept aside for future use. Did you know it originally referred to military troops held back from immediate battle?
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"Die Reserve" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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