das Beispiel
Translation
an example, an instance, a case
Examples
Kannst du mir ein Beispiel geben?
Can you give me an example?
Das ist ein Beispiel für moderne Kunst.
This is an example of modern art.
Nehmen wir zum Beispiel diesen Fall.
Let's take this case, for example.
Grammar Patterns
an example ((of/for sth.)) an example of/for sth. This is a classic example of his work.
to give sb. an example ((of/for sth.)) to give sb. an example of/for sth. Can you give me an example of that?
Similar Words
Exempel (example), Muster (pattern, model), Fall (case)
Etymology
From 'bei-' (by, near) + 'Spiel' (play, game). It originally referred to a parable or illustrative story told 'by the side' of the main point.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'by-play' (bei-Spiel): a little scene you act out on the side to illustrate a point. That's your 'example'.