Translation of German word "berühmt" to English

berühmt

/bɛʁˈʏmt/

Meaning

Adjective

Adjective meaning 'famous / celebrated / renowned'.

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berühmt ('famous / celebrated / renowned') is an adjective. Implies a higher degree of prestige and recognition than bekannt. Ein berühmter Künstler — A famous artist.

🇬🇧 English

famous / renowned

Example

Ich bin berühmt, deshalb kann ich leicht neue Rollen finden.

I am famous, so I can easily find new roles.

Mein Bruder ist berühmt, deshalb kann er leicht neue Freunde finden.

My brother is famous, so he can easily find new friends.

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Synonyms

bekanntwell-known / notable

Common phrases

weltberühmt— world-famous / world-renowned

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The German word "berühmt" is defined as: "Adjective meaning 'famous / celebrated / renowned'."

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The German word "berühmt" means "famous / renowned" in English.

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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich bin berühmt, deshalb kann ich leicht neue Rollen finden." (which translates as "I am famous, so I can easily find new roles.").