Translation of German word "Beispiel" to English
dasBeispiel
/baɪˈzɛlp/
Meaning
NounNeuter noun meaning 'example / illustration / representative sample'.
How to use
The neuter noun Beispiel ('example / instance / illustration') declines regularly (plural Beispiele). The expression zum Beispiel ('for example') is abbreviated as z. B..
🇬🇧 English
example / instance
Example
Ein Beispiel für eine gute Praxis ist die regelmäßige Übung.
An example of good practice is regular exercise.
Das ist ein gutes Beispiel für eine erfolgreiche Firma.
That is a good example of a successful company.
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Common phrases
- zum Beispiel— for example / for instance (parenthetical phrase, abbreviated 'z. B.')
- ein Beispiel nennen— to give / name an example
- sich ein Beispiel nehmen an— to follow someone's example / take leaf out of book (requires dative reflexive + 'an' + dative)
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What is the definition of the German word "das Beispiel"?▼
The German word "das Beispiel" is defined as: "Neuter noun meaning 'example / illustration / representative sample'."
What does the German word "das Beispiel" mean?▼
The German word "das Beispiel" means "example / instance" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Beispiel"?▼
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein Beispiel für eine gute Praxis ist die regelmäßige Übung." (which translates as "An example of good practice is regular exercise.").
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