English–German

“fame” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁuːm/

Example

Der Glanz des Ruhms verblasst oft.

The luster of fame often fades.

Illustration for Ruhm (fame)

How to say “fame” in German

“Fame” in German is Ruhm.

An earned laurel remains attached to a person's name as people remember and praise the achievement.

Full entry for Ruhm: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Ruhm

Viele Künstler arbeiten hart, um zu Ruhm zu kommen.

Many artists work hard to achieve fame.

Tips for using Ruhm

  • Ruhm often suggests positive admiration, while Bekanntheit more neutrally describes how widely someone or something is known.

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