aus|loben
Translation
to offer a reward, to put up a prize, to announce a competition for
Examples
Die Stadt hat einen Preis für die beste Idee ausgelobt.
The city has offered a prize for the best idea.
Eine Belohnung wurde für die Rückgabe des Hundes ausgelobt.
A reward was offered for the return of the dog.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((for sth.)) to offer sth. for sth. The company is offering a prize for the best invention.
Similar Words
anbieten (to offer), versprechen (to promise)
Etymology
From `aus-` (out, publicly) and `loben` (to praise). Literally 'to praise out', meaning to offer something publicly as a prize.
Memory Tips
Think of 'lobbing' a prize 'out' (`aus`) to the public for someone to win.