Boxen
/ˈbɔksn̩/neuter
The German word for the sport of boxing is Boxen.
Meaning: the sport of boxing (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
Boxen is a neuter noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbɔksn̩/
Did you know?
- The word Boxer in German refers both to a person who practices Boxen and to the specific breed of dog known for its square muzzle.
- The term Boxen is an anglicism, meaning it was imported directly from English rather than being a native Germanic construction.
- German distinguishes between the sport Boxen and Kampfsport, a broader term for combat sports that includes boxing, karate and judo.
Examples in context
- Boxen ist nicht immer eine raue Sportart.Boxing is not always a rough sport.Tatoeba #1870344 by Tamy, translation #33584 by AlanF_US
- Ich mag Sportarten wie Boxen und Hockey nicht.I don't like such sports as boxing and hockey.Tatoeba #1870343 by Tamy, translation #33583 by CK
- Außer Fechten und Boxen fand ich wenig Geschmack am Sport.Bar fencing and boxing I had few athletic tastes.Tatoeba #12816278 by Yorwba, translation #6981660 by Hybrid
- Das Boxen ist eine faszinierende Sportart.Boxing is a fascinating sport.
- Lass uns über Boxsport reden!Let's talk about boxing!
- 4 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Sarah and Felix are discussing their favorite hobbies at school.
- SarahWelchen Sport magst du am liebsten, Felix?Which sport do you like the most, Felix?
- FelixIch finde Boxen wirklich spannend.I find boxing really exciting.
- SarahIst Boxen nicht viel zu gefährlich?Isn't boxing much too dangerous?
- FelixNein, man trägt ja einen Schutz.No, you wear protection.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “boxing” translations and entries Boxen, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries boxen, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
