beste
Translation
best
Examples
Das ist die beste Idee.
That is the best idea.
Sie ist meine beste Freundin.
She is my best friend.
Das Beste kommt zum Schluss.
The best comes at the end.
Grammar Patterns
der/die/das beste ((noun)) the best ... That is the best film.
als der/die/das Beste gelten to be considered the best She is considered the best student.
das Beste aus ((sth.dat)) machen to make the best of (sth.) We have to make the best of the situation.
Similar Words
hervorragend (excellent), optimal (optimal), erstklassig (first-class)
Etymology
The superlative form of 'gut' (good). The comparative is 'besser'.
Memory Tips
Remember the progression: 'gut - besser - am besten'. 'Beste' is the adjective form of the superlative.