english

• England, das englische Volk oder die englische Sprache betreffend. Auch: zur englischen Kultur oder Herkunft gehörend.

Relating to England, its people, or the English language.

1. Relating to EnglandA2formal

   Of or associated with the country of England, its inhabitants, culture, or traditions.

   englisch

   • They celebrated English customs on St. George's Day.
   • She has a strong English accent.
   • The English countryside is famous for its green hills.

2. Relating to the English languageA2formal

   Connected to or characteristic of the English language, its grammar, vocabulary, or usage.

   Die englische Sprache betreffend

   • He is studying English literature at university.
   • The English alphabet contains 26 letters.
   • She teaches English grammar to international students.

• Substantiv, das die westgermanische Sprache bezeichnet, die in Großbritannien, den USA und vielen Commonwealth-Ländern gesprochen wird; es bezeichnet auch das Volk Englands, die akademische Disziplin der englischen Sprache und Literatur sowie einen sportlichen Begriff für den Effet, der einem Ball gegeben wird.

A proper noun referring to the West Germanic language spoken in Britain, the United States, and many Commonwealth countries; also denotes the people of England, the academic discipline of English literature and language, and a sports term for spin imparted to a ball.

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1. A1formal

   A West Germanic language originating in England, now the official language of many countries including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and others.

   Englische Sprache

   • She is fluent in English and Spanish.
   • English is widely used in international business.
   • He is studying English literature at university.

2. People of EnglandA2formal

   The people who are native to or inhabit England.

   Engländer

   • The English are known for their love of tea.
   • Historically, the English have a rich cultural heritage.
   • The English celebrate many traditional festivals.

3. Academic disciplineB1formal

   The study of English language, literature, and writing.

   Anglistik

   • She majored in English at university.
   • The English department offers courses on Shakespeare.
   • He is a professor of English.

4. Spin in sportsC1informalamericansport

   A spin or curve given to a ball by striking it on one side or releasing it with a twist, especially in billiards or bowling.

   Spin im Sport

   • He put a lot of English on the cue ball.
   • The bowler used English to make the ball curve.
   • Applying English to the ball can change its trajectory.

   Synonymecurvesidespintwist