German Golfing Terms | Vocabulary List

German Golfing Terms

Master German golfing vocabulary, for discussions on the golf course.

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Golf is a popular sport enjoyed by many in Germany. If you're a golf enthusiast or planning to play golf in a German-speaking country, it's useful to know some basic golfing vocabulary in German. In this blog post, we'll provide you with multiple lists of very useful German words related to golf.

Golf Course Terminology

Let's start with some essential golf course terminology:

der Golfplatz
golf course
das Grün
green
das Fairway
fairway
das Rough
rough
das Hindernis
hazard / obstacle
der Bunker
bunker

Golfing Actions and Terms

Next, let's explore some common golfing actions and terms:

abschlagen
to tee off
putten
to putt
chippen
to chip
einlochen
to hole in
den Ball suchen
to look for the ball
den Ball schlagen
to hit the ball

Golfing Gear and Equipment

Understanding golfing gear and equipment is essential for any golfer. Here are some words related to golfing gear in German:

der Golfball
golf ball
der Golfschläger
golf club
der Golftrolley
golf trolley
das Golfbag
golf bag
die Golfhandschuhe
golf gloves
die Golfbälle
golf balls

Golfing Phrases and Expressions

Finally, let's learn some common golfing phrases and expressions in German. Click on the greyed-out boxes to reveal the English translations:

Viel Erfolg!

Good luck!
Schönes Spiel!

Nice play!
Gut geschlagen!

Well struck!
Das war ein guter Putt!

That was a good putt!
Du hast das Fairway getroffen!

You hit the fairway!
Du hast das Grün verfehlt.

You missed the green.
Nicht schlecht für dein Handicap!

Not bad for your handicap!
Das Turnier war fantastisch!

The tournament was fantastic!

We hope this vocabulary list helps you enjoy your golfing experiences in Germany! Whether you're playing a round with friends or competing in a tournament, these words will come in handy. Viel Spaß beim Golfen! (Have fun golfing!)

Remember to follow golf course rules and etiquette, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings while playing. If you have any other topics you'd like to learn about in German, feel free to let us know. Happy learning!

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