der Inbegriff
Translation
epitome, personification, embodiment, quintessence
Examples
Er ist der Inbegriff von Mut.
He is the epitome of courage.
Dieses Hotel ist der Inbegriff von Luxus.
This hotel is the epitome of luxury.
Grammar Patterns
the epitome ((of sth.)) He is the epitome of elegance.
the personification ((of sth.)) She is the personification of kindness.
Similar Words
Verkörperung (embodiment), Symbol (symbol), Quintessenz (quintessence)
Etymology
From 'in-' (within) + 'Begriff' (concept). It signifies something that contains the entire concept within itself.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'IN-clusive concept' that embodies an idea. The phrase 'der Inbegriff von + noun' is very common.