This is the 2980th most frequent German word.
atem
The German word "Atem" means "breath" in English.
The word 'Atem' here refers to the physical act of holding one's breath, often indicative of nervous anticipation.
Ich halte den Atem an, wenn ich gespannt bin.
I hold my breath when I am anxious.
In this sentence, 'Atem' relates to the healthiness of the respiratory process and the benefits of fresh air for it.
Frische Luft ist gut für den Atem.
Fresh air is good for breathing.
The term 'Atem' illustrates the action of gasping or struggling to breathe after exertion.