der Wurf
throw
The action of hurling an object through the air with a quick arm movement.
EXAMPLE
Mit einem gezielten Wurf traf er den Korb.
With a well-aimed throw, he hit the basket.
der Wurf
throw / litter
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Meanings
der Wurf
litter
The group of young animals of a mammal born at one birth.
EXAMPLE
Unsere Katze hatte einen Wurf von fünf Kätzchen.
Our cat had a litter of five kittens.
der Wurf
big success
A particularly successful, impressive, or groundbreaking achievement or creation. Often used in the expression 'ein großer Wurf' (a great success).
EXAMPLE
Das neue Album der Band ist wirklich ein großer Wurf.
The band's new album is truly a big success.
der Wurf
drape
The way a fabric or piece of clothing falls; the fall of the folds.
EXAMPLE
Der schwere Samtstoff hat einen schönen Wurf.
The heavy velvet fabric has a beautiful drape.
Usage tips
Word family
'Der Wurf' is the noun related to the strong verb 'werfen' (to throw). Many meanings of 'Wurf' can be derived from the basic idea of throwing or bringing forth.
EXAMPLE
Er wirft den Ball sehr weit.
He throws the ball very far.
Context clues
You can easily recognize the meaning of 'Wurf' from context. If it is about sports, it refers to the act of throwing. With animals, it refers to the young. In the context of art or projects, it refers to a creation.
EXAMPLE
Der Speer landete nach einem weiten Wurf auf dem Rasen.
After a long throw, the javelin landed on the grass.
Typical collocations
When talking about young animals, 'Wurf' is often combined with the animal species. Typical phrases are 'ein Wurf Kätzchen' (a litter of kittens), 'ein Wurf Welpen' (a litter of puppies), or 'der erste Wurf' (the first litter) of a female dog.
EXAMPLE
Im Zoo gab es einen neuen Wurf bei den Polarwölfen.
At the zoo, there was a new litter among the polar wolves.
Fixed expression
The expression 'ein großer Wurf' is very common. It describes a particularly successful, masterful, or groundbreaking work, such as a book, a film, or a project.
EXAMPLE
Mit diesem innovativen Produkt ist dem Unternehmen ein großer Wurf gelungen.
With this innovative product, the company has achieved a great success.
Compare with
Wurf vs Fall
case / fall
Der Fall and der Wurf can both describe how a fabric hangs down. „Fall“ is the neutral way to name the shape of the hanging fabric; „Wurf“ emphasizes the deliberately shaped folds more strongly. „Fall“ fits a general description, while „Wurf“ is more appropriate for intentionally shaped folds.
Wurf
Der Wurf des dünnen Vorhangs wurde für die Dekoration sorgfältig gestaltet.
The drape of the thin curtain was carefully arranged for the decoration.
Fall
Der Fall des dünnen Vorhangs wirkt am Fenster leicht und locker.
The drape of the thin curtain looks light and loose at the window.
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