German Word · Intermediate
Alu-Pech
The disappointment caused by a missed scoring opportunity where the ball is deflected off the goalposts
Pronunciation: /ˈalʊˌpɛç/
Meaning
The disappointment caused by a missed scoring opportunity where the ball is deflected off the goalposts.
Example
Finn Reese, Niklas Jonas und Arne Gillich, der im Alu-Pech war, verpassten den Ausgleich vor der Pause.
I use the word "Alu-Pech".
Practice tips
- Practice Alu-Pech out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.