In German, the word "Sieg" means "victory," "win," or "triumph" and is most commonly used in contexts like sports, competitions, and battles to mark a successful outcome.
Usage and Nuance
- "Sieg" is a masculine noun: "der Sieg" and pronounced [zeek], rhyming with "peek".
- It is frequently found in phrases such as "ein glorreicher Sieg" (a glorious victory) or "den Sieg davontragen" (to win the day).
- In historical or political contexts, "Sieg" can carry strong emotional or symbolic weight.
Examples in Context
- Sports: "Seine Mannschaft hat fünf Siege errungen" — His team has had five wins.
- Metaphorically: "ein Sieg über sich selbst" — a victory over oneself.
- Historical: "Der Sieg der Germanen über die Römer" — The victory of the Germanic people over the Romans.
Table of Translations
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[Sieg](javascript:void(0))| victory, win, triumph 17
The essence of "Sieg" is triumph or overcoming an opponent or challenge, both literally and figuratively.