englische Härte

German

Etymology

Literally: “English toughness”, relating to the traditional tolerance of English referees towards tough defending in one-on-one situations.

Noun

englische Härte f (no plural)

1. (idiomatic, soccer) The degree of tough defending one must expect or cope with when playing against an English side, or under an English referee.
2. (idiomatic, figurative) A course of action that may seem unfair, but is considered within the limits of common practices.

Declension

• See the adjective englisch. The noun does not change.

Related terms

• internationale Härte

See also

• englische Woche