German word

prangen

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈpraŋən/

Meaning

  • verbbe prominently displayed

Example

Im Foyer prangt ein großes Gemälde.

A large painting is prominently displayed in the foyer.

Illustration for prangen (be prominently displayed)

More examples

Auf dem Titelblatt prangt der Titel in großen Lettern.

The title is prominently displayed in large letters on the title page.

Core concept

A conspicuous object occupies a visible place and draws attention through its splendor.

Common phrases

  • prangt im Foyer

    is prominently displayed in the foyer

  • prangt an der Wand

    is prominently displayed on the wall

  • prangt auf dem Titelblatt

    is prominently displayed on the title page

Similar words

hervorstechen: Stand out clearly from the surrounding scene.
auffallen: Be noticeable enough to attract attention.
zur Schau stehen: Be displayed openly as an object of public attention.

Definition in German

an einem Ort deutlich sichtbar sein und auffallen, besonders von Gegenständen, die zur Schau gestellt werden

Word origin

The verb comes from Middle High German prangen, which expressed appearing splendid or conspicuous.

Usage tips

  • Prangen is usually intransitive: the displayed thing is the subject, while the place appears in an, auf, or in phrases.

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