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Handgelenksschuss

wrist shot (ice hockey / handball)

noun HANT-ge-lenks-shoos Rare
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Usage Note

Handgelenksschuss describes a quick shot powered mainly by wrist snap rather than a full swing, primarily used in ice hockey and handball. Ein präziser Handgelenksschuss (a precise wrist shot) is prized for its speed and accuracy over power.

Examples

"Mit einem schnellen Handgelenksschuss überwand er den Torhüter."

Natural Translation

With a quick wrist shot he beat the goalkeeper.

Literal Translation

With a quick wrist-joint-shot overcame he the goalkeeper.

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