NOUN

Vorbild/ˈfoːɐ̯ˌbɪlt/role model; example; paragon

Vorbild is a German noun that means role model, example, or paragon. It is pronounced /ˈfoːɐ̯ˌbɪlt/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Vorbilder".

Definitions

1.a person or thing regarded as an example to be imitated(person, behavior)

a.someone admired for their good qualities and behavior

Meine Eltern sind meine Vorbilder.My parents are my role models.

2.something serving as a pattern or template(pattern, model)

a.a sample or model used for imitation or reproduction

Der Künstler nahm ein Vorbild aus der Natur.The artist took a model from nature.

Declension

Genderneuter

SingularPlural
Nominativedas Vorbilddie Vorbilder
Genitivedes Vorbildesder Vorbilder
Dativedem Vorbildden Vorbildern
Accusativedas Vorbilddie Vorbilder

Frequently asked questions

What does "Vorbild" mean in English?
"Vorbild" means role model, example, or paragon. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Vorbild"?
"Vorbild" is pronounced /ˈfoːɐ̯ˌbɪlt/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Vorbild" der, die, or das?
"Vorbild" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
What is the plural of "Vorbild"?
The plural of "Vorbild" is "Vorbilder".
What part of speech is "Vorbild"?
"Vorbild" is a noun in German.

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