Vorbild

Meaning

1. (neuter,strong) model; exemplar (praiseworthy example)
2. (neuter,strong) role model

Concepts

model

example

pattern

paragon

role model

instance

standard

exemplar

exemplification

sample

mirror

precedent

model of writing

leader

teacher

archetypal

type

law

exemplum

compass and ruler

rule

ideal

perfect type

hero

lead

Gender

Neuter

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈfoːɐ̯ˌbɪlt/

Etymology

From Middle High German vorbilde, from Old High German forabilidi. Equivalent to vor + Bild. Cognate to Dutch voorbeeld.

Sentences

Flugzeuge wurden erst dann erfolgreich , als man sich bei der Konstruktion vom Vorbild der Natur gelöst hat .

Aircraft only became successful when the model of nature was removed from the design.