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Würfelspiel

dice game

noun VUER-fel-shpeel Rare

Also means

game of dice

Usage Note

Würfelspiel covers any game in which dice are the primary mechanic — from Kniffel to Ludo to gambling games. Historically Würfelspiel was associated with gambling; today it describes family games equally. The compound Würfelspielabend (dice game evening) appears in club contexts.

Examples

"Das einfache Würfelspiel lässt sich schnell erklären und ist für alle Altersgruppen geeignet."

Natural Translation

The simple dice game can be explained quickly and is suitable for all age groups.

Literal Translation

The simple dice-game can-itself quickly explain and is for all age-groups suitable.

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