Sprungkraft

jumping power

noun SHPRUNG-kraft Rare

Also means

explosive leg strength

Usage Note

Sprungkraft describes the explosive muscle power that enables high or long jumps. In volleyball, basketball, and athletics coaching, Sprungkraft is trained through plyometric exercises (Sprungkrafttraining).

Examples

"Ihre Sprungkraft ist beeindruckend – sie schafft mühelos über zwei Meter."

Natural Translation

Her jumping power is impressive — she clears over two metres with ease.

Literal Translation

Her jump-power is impressive — she achieves effortlessly over two metres.

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