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Endspiel

endgame (chess/games); final (sport)

noun ENT-shpeel Rare
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Usage Note

Endspiel in chess means the endgame phase with few pieces remaining, requiring precise technique. In sport it can also mean the final match of a tournament. Figuratively das Endspiel means the final decisive phase of any conflict or competition.

Examples

"Im Endspiel mit König und Turm gegen König zeigte er fehlerfreie Technik."

Natural Translation

In the endgame with king and rook against king he showed flawless technique.

Literal Translation

In the endgame with king and rook against king he showed faultless technique.

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