all-rounder
der Allrounder, die Allrounder
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all-rounder
A person or thing that is versatile or can be used in many ways and has good skills or qualities in many different areas.
Für unser kleines Start-up suchen wir einen echten Allrounder, der sowohl programmieren als auch Kunden beraten kann.
For our small start-up, we are looking for a real all-rounder who can both program and advise customers.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Allrounder |
| genitive | des Allrounders |
| singular | plural | |
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| nominative | der Allrounder | die Allrounder |
| accusative | den Allrounder | die Allrounder |
| dative | dem Allrounder | den Allroundern |
| genitive | des Allrounders | der Allrounder |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Allrounder' is a loanword from English ('all-rounder'). It has the same meaning in German: a person or thing that is talented and usable in many areas.
Dieser Schauspieler ist ein echter Allrounder, er kann Komödie und Drama spielen.
This actor is a real all-rounder; he can play both comedy and drama.
The word is used very frequently in the world of work, especially in job advertisements. In sports, it also describes versatile athletes.
Wir suchen einen Allrounder für unser Büro, der administrative und organisatorische Aufgaben übernimmt.
We are looking for an all-rounder for our office who will handle administrative and organizational tasks.
Besides people, 'Allrounder' can also describe versatile objects, for example a tool, a kitchen appliance, or software.
Dieses Smartphone ist ein guter Allrounder mit einer soliden Kamera und langer Akkulaufzeit.
This smartphone is a good all-rounder with a solid camera and long battery life.
