word
German
Zeitgeist (sports)
TSYT-gyst
ˈtsaɪtɡaɪstListen
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Syllable breakdown
Zeitgeist
Dictionary meaning
The defining spirit or mood of a particular era — frequently applied to dominant trends in sport.
History and origin
German — 'time spirit'.
Common mispronunciations
ZYT-geest
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