Gymnastik

German

Etymology

18th century, from Ancient Greek γυμναστική (gumnastikḗ), in part through Latin gymnastica.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ɡʏmˈnastɪk/
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Noun

Gymnastik f (genitive Gymnastik, no plural)

  1. gymnastics

Usage notes
  • The German word is generally restricted to gymnastics for medical purposes or as an exercise to gain body control, flexibility, etc. Gymnastics as a competitive sport is called Turnen, except in specific contexts such as Rhythmische Sportgymnastik (“rhythmic gymnastics”).

Declension
Declension of Gymnastik [sg-only, feminine]
singular
indef. def. noun
nominative eine die Gymnastik
genitive einer der Gymnastik
dative einer der Gymnastik
accusative eine die Gymnastik

Further reading
  • “Gymnastik” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache
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