adjectiveadverb

vorbildlich

exemplary

Etwas oder jemand zeigt ein Verhalten, das andere nachmachen sollten, weil es sehr gut oder richtig ist.

The German word "vorbildlich" is an adjective that means "exemplary" or "model". It is derived directly from the noun "Vorbild", which is a combination of "vor" meaning "before" and "Bild" meaning "image" or "model". Therefore, "vorbildlich" refers to something that serves as a good or outstanding example to follow.

Similar words in German include "beispielhaft" (exemplary), "mustergültig" (model-like), and "ideal" (ideal). These synonyms share a focus on expressing admiration for qualities that are worth imitating, though there might be subtle nuances in usage depending on what attribute or set of behaviours is being highlighted. For example, "beispielhaft" might suggest following a specific, well-defined example, while "vorbildlich" connotes a general standard of excellence.

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Examples

Sein Verhalten ist vorbildlich.adjective

His behavior is exemplary.

Die Lehrerin hat den vorbildlichen Beitrag besonders gelobt.adjective

The teacher especially praised the exemplary contribution.

Die Mitarbeiter folgen einem vorbildlichen Plan, um das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.adjective

The employees follow an exemplary plan to complete the project on time.

Die Kinder wurden für ihre vorbildliche Hilfe beim Aufräumen gelobt.adjective

The children were praised for their exemplary help with tidying up.

Die Gruppe zeigte eine vorbildliche Zusammenarbeit während der Aufgabe.adjective

The group showed an exemplary cooperation during the task.

Könntest du mir dein vorbildliches Projekt zeigen?adjective

Could you show me your exemplary project?

Er verhielt sich in der Notsituation vorbildlich.adverb

He behaved in an exemplary manner in the emergency situation.

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