English–German

“high-ranking” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhoːxˌʁaŋɪç/

Example

Der hochrangige Offizier gab den Befehl.

The high-ranking officer gave the order.

Illustration for hochrangig (high-ranking)

How to say “high-ranking” in German

“High-ranking” in German is hochrangig.

A role or person is placed close to the top of an institutional ranking.

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

Example sentences with hochrangig

In hochrangigen Kreisen gelten formelle Anreden als wichtig.

In high-ranking circles, formal forms of address are considered important.

Tips for using hochrangig

  • Hochrangig commonly appears in official or professional writing, while everyday speech may use a more specific role title instead.

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