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draufgängerisch

daring, bold

adjective DRAUF-gaeng-e-rish Rare

Also means

audacious, go-ahead

Usage Note

Draufgängerisch derives from Draufgänger (daredevil) and describes reckless, headlong boldness — more risk-embracing than mutig (courageous). Slightly colloquial and often admiring in sports or youth contexts.

Examples

"Der draufgängerische Fahrer holte in der letzten Kurve die Führung zurück."

Natural Translation

The daring driver reclaimed the lead on the final corner.

Literal Translation

The daring driver fetched in the last bend the lead back.

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