prominent
Translation
prominent, famous, well-known
Examples
Er ist ein prominenter Wissenschaftler.
He is a prominent scientist.
Viele prominente Gäste waren anwesend.
Many prominent guests were present.
Grammar Patterns
to be ((prominent)) to be prominent He is very prominent.
Similar Words
berühmt (famous), bekannt (well-known), hervorragend (outstanding)
Etymology
From Latin 'prominere' (to stick out, to jut out). It's a direct cognate of the English word 'prominent'.
Memory Tips
This is an international word. If you know 'prominent' in English, you know it in German. It means 'standing out'.