German word

prominent

Pronunciation

IPA/pʁomiˈnɛnt/

Meaning

  • adjectivewell-known

Example

Der prominente Politiker gab ein Interview.

The well-known politician gave an interview.

Illustration for prominent (well-known)

More examples

Sie spielte in dem Projekt eine prominente Rolle.

She played a prominent role in the project.

Core concept

A person or thing stands out from its surroundings and attracts public notice.

Common phrases

  • prominente Rolle

    prominent role

  • prominente Persönlichkeit

    prominent personality

Similar words

berühmt: Widely known to the general public.
bekannt: Known to many people within a particular community.

Definition in German

prominent bezeichnet eine Person oder Sache, die weithin bekannt ist und Aufmerksamkeit auf sich zieht.

Word origin

German prominent is borrowed through French from Latin prominens, the present participle of prominere, 'to project or stand out'.

Usage tips

  • In German, prominent often means famous or high-profile, while auffällig is more natural for something merely noticeable.

Other meanings

  • conspicuousadjective
  • markedadjective

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