backhander

ˈbækˌhændər
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Translation of backhander into German

Noun

1.

physical action

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blow with the back of the hand
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Backpfeife fOhrfeige f
  • He received a backhander during the argument.Er erhielt einen Backpfeife während des Streits.
2.

corruption

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bribe or illegal payment
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  • He received a backhander to overlook the regulations.Er erhielt ein Schmiergeld, um die Vorschriften zu übersehen.
3.

racquet sports

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shot played with a backhand stroke
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  • She won the point with a powerful backhander.Sie gewann den Punkt mit einem kraftvollen Rückhand-Schlag.
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Expressions with backhander: examples in English and translations in German

ein Bestechungsgeld geben
bestechen
He tried to give a backhander to the official.
bestechen
They tried to give the inspector a backhander.

Images of backhander

  • backhander: blow with the back of the hand
    (physical action) Backpfeife

Synonyms and analogies of backhander in English

Examples of backhander in a sentence

  • A sudden backhander left him stunned.
  • The politician was caught accepting a backhander.
  • A backhander was offered to secure the contract.
  • His backhander was the highlight of the match.
  • The backhander landed just inside the line.

Translations of "backhander" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
derRückhand-Schlagnm.

He generated tremendous spin on his backhander, making the return difficult.

Er erzeugte enormen Spin bei seinem Rückhand-Schlag, was die Rückgabe erschwerte.

During the tournament, his backhander drew attention from all spectators.

Während des Turniers zog sein Rückhand-Schlag die Aufmerksamkeit aller Zuschauer auf sich.

dasBestechungsgeldnn.

After the investigation, the backhander turned out to be a crucial piece of evidence.

Nach der Untersuchung stellte sich das Bestechungsgeld als entscheidendes Beweisstück heraus.

During the trial, the backhander was presented as proof of widespread corruption.

Während der Verhandlung wurde das Bestechungsgeld als Beweis für weitverbreitete Korruption präsentiert.

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Other translations for backhander:

  • Schmiergeldnn.
  • Schmiergeld gegeben

backhander: Examples and translations in context

His backhander hit the sweet spot, earning him an easy point.

Sein Rückhand-Schlag traf den Sweet Spot und verschaffte ihm einen leichten Punkt.

His backhander was powerful, sending the ball flying over the net.

Sein Rückhand-Schlag war kraftvoll und schickte den Ball über das Netz fliegen.

He executed a perfect backhander, surprising his opponent during the match.

Er führte einen perfekten Rückhand-Schlag aus und überraschte damit seinen Gegner während des Spiels.

He often relied on his backhander to score points against tougher opponents.

Oft verließ er sich auf seinen Rückhand-Schlag, um gegen stärkere Gegner Punkte zu erzielen.

His signature backhander made him a formidable competitor on the court.

Sein charakteristischer Rückhand-Schlag machte ihn zu einem beeindruckenden Gegner auf dem Platz.

A fluid backhander is crucial for any serious tennis player.

Ein flüssiger Rückhand-Schlag ist entscheidend für jeden ernsthaften Tennisspieler.

A good backhander can often outmaneuver a slow opponent.

Ein guter Rückhand-Schlag kann oft einen langsamen Gegner überlisten.

A backhander can lead to serious consequences for both the giver and receiver.

Ein Bestechungsgeld kann ernsthafte Konsequenzen für sowohl den Geber als auch den Empfänger haben.

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