Illustrated Berlin Marathon scene — AI-generated artwork behind this tournament's word search puzzle
Play a Berlin Marathon word search free online. We built the 12-word list around its format, its trophy, and the traditions around it, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: MARATHON, BERLIN, ELITE, WHEELCHAIR, MASSSTART, PACER, MEDAL, TROPHY, CHARITY, WATERSTATION, MEDICALTENT, SPECTATORS.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Berlin Marathon word list, defined
MARATHON/məˈræθɒn/ · noun
A long-distance running race, typically 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles) in length. A prolonged and arduous effort or activity. Related: long-distance run, ultramarathon, triathlon, marathon runner.
BERLIN/bərˈlɪn/ · noun
A historical four-wheeled, enclosed carriage with a curved body and a seat in front for the driver, popular in Europe from the 17th to 19th centuries. The term also refers to certain goods named after the German capital, such as fine wool used in embroidery (Berlin wool) and a type of glassware. Related: carriage, coach, chariot, landau.
ELITE/ɪˈliːt/ · noun (also adjective)
A select group or class of people regarded as the most skilled, powerful, or privileged within a society or field; also, a member of such a group. As an adjective, it describes the best or most skilled of a particular kind. Related: aristocracy, gentry, upper crust, cream.
WHEELCHAIR/wɪltʃɛər/ · noun
A chair with wheels, designed for use by people with mobility impairments, typically propelled by the user's hands or by a motor. Related: chair, mobility aid, wheelchair, scooter.
PACER/ˈpeɪsər/ · noun, verb
A person who paces, especially a person who runs at a steady speed, often as a form of exercise or training. To move at a steady speed, especially by running or walking. Related: runner, jogger, walker, strider.
MEDAL/ˈmɛdəl/ · noun
A small object, typically made of metal, awarded to someone for winning a competition or achieving a particular standard. A medal can be made of various materials, such as gold, silver, or bronze. Related: award, prize, trophy, medallion.
TROPHY/ˈtroʊfi/ · noun
An object given as a symbol of achievement or excellence, typically awarded to the winner of a competition or contest. A prize or honor given to someone for their achievements or accomplishments. Related: prize, medal, award, cup.
CHARITY/ˈtʃærɪti/ · noun
The voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need; an organization established to provide such help. Also, kindness and tolerance in judging or treating others. Related: donation, philanthropy, generosity, benevolence.
SPECTATORS/ˈspektətərz/ · noun
People who watch a performance, event, or competition, especially one that is taking place outdoors. Related: onlookers, spectators, viewers, audience.