der Ruf, -e
reputation · call
Ein Klang oder eine Stimme, mit der jemand oder etwas auf sich aufmerksam macht oder bekannt ist.
The German word "Ruf" is a noun that means "reputation" or "call" in English. It can refer to the general opinion that people have about someone or something's character or quality. Another meaning of "Ruf" denotes a shout or noise, essentially akin to a person calling or shouting.
Similar German words include "Ansehen" (esteem or prestige), "Reputation" (reputation), and "Bewertung" (rating or evaluation). The distinction among these lies in their usage and context; "Ansehen" often highlights respect or prestige in a broader social context, while "Reputation" parallels "Ruf" closely in referring to general opinion. "Bewertung" is more mechanical, dealing with assessments or scores within specific criteria.
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Examples
Er hat einen guten Ruf.noun
He has a good reputation.
Sein Ruf folgt ihm überall hin.noun
His reputation follows him everywhere.
Ein guter Ruf hat große Bedeutung.noun
A good reputation is of great importance
Plötzlich ertönte ein lauter Ruf aus dem Wald.noun
Suddenly, a loud call rang out from the forest.
Der laute Ruf erklang durch den Wald.noun
The loud call echoed through the forest.
Die Tierpflegerin verstand sofort den Ruf des verletzten Vogels.noun
The zookeeper immediately understood the call of the injured bird.
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