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beispielhaft
exemplary
Serving as a model; so good that it can serve as an example for others.
example
Ihr Engagement für soziale Projekte ist wirklich beispielhaft.
Her commitment to social projects is truly exemplary.
beispielhaft
exemplary / by way of example
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Usage tips
Word structure
The word is made up of 'Beispiel' (example) and the suffix '-haft'. The suffix '-haft' means something like 'in the manner of' or 'having the quality of something.'
EXAMPLE
Sein Einsatz für das Team war beispielhaft.
His dedication to the team was exemplary.
Context clues
The sentence position reveals the meaning. If 'beispielhaft' comes before a noun ('ein beispielhaftes Projekt' — an exemplary project), it means 'exemplary.' If it is used as an adverb with the verb ('etwas beispielhaft nennen' — to mention something by way of example), it means 'as an example.'
EXAMPLE
Das ist ein beispielhaftes Projekt für bürgerschaftliches Engagement.
This is an exemplary project for civic engagement.
Typical collocations
In the meaning 'vorbildlich' (exemplary), the word is often combined with positive concepts such as 'Engagement' (commitment), 'Verhalten' (behavior), 'Leistung' (performance), or 'Einsatz' (dedication).
EXAMPLE
Die Zusammenarbeit der Abteilungen war beispielhaft.
The cooperation between the departments was exemplary.
Register and style
In the meaning 'als Beispiel' (as an example), 'beispielhaft' is used mainly in written language, presentations, or formal contexts. It often sounds more formal than 'zum Beispiel' (for example).
EXAMPLE
Die Risiken sind vielfältig; beispielhaft seien hier die finanziellen und technischen Probleme genannt.
The risks are varied; the financial and technical problems may be mentioned here by way of example.
Compare with
beispielhaft vs etwa
about / approximately
'etwa' and 'beispielhaft' can both be used when giving an example. 'etwa' comes directly before an example and often sounds like 'zum Beispiel' (for example), especially in somewhat more formal sentences. 'beispielhaft' more often describes that something serves only as an example or is shown for explanation. They can be confused because both do not name all cases, but show only one case. In normal sentences, 'etwa' is often shorter and more natural; 'beispielhaft' fits better when you are talking about an explanation, presentation, or selection.
beispielhaft
Im Gespräch erklärt die Ärztin beispielhaft, wie man die Tabletten richtig einnimmt.
During the conversation, the doctor explains by way of example how to take the tablets correctly.
etwa
Für das Picknick brauchen wir noch Getränke, etwa Wasser und Saft.
For the picnic, we still need drinks, for example water and juice.
In real life
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