der Gegner
noun · /ˈɡeːɡnɐ/ ·Etymology
From Middle Low German gēgenēre, which is derived from a verb gēgenen (“to face, encounter”). Compare German begegnen. Ultimately pertaining to gegen (“against”). Cognate to Dutch jegener (“opponent”). Compare English gainer.
Translation
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adversary, opponent, enemy
masculine, strong
Er hat viele Gegner.
He has many enemies.
Auf der Party hat ihn einer seiner politischen Gegner vor den Augen zahlreicher Gäste gedemütigt.
At the party, one of his political opponents humiliated him in the presence of many guests.
Alles war erlaubt: Man durfte seinen Gegner per Fußtritt, Beinstellen, Schlagen oder Beißen traktieren.
Everything was allowed: You could kick, trip, hit, or bite your opponent.
Declension
| Case | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | Gegner | Gegner |
| Accusative | Gegner | Gegner |
| Dative | Gegner | Gegnern |
| Genitive | Gegners | Gegner |