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frontman
The lead singer or central figure of a music band, who stands in the foreground during performances and often receives most of the audience's attention.
Der Frontmann der Rockband ist für seine energiegeladenen Bühnenauftritte bekannt.
The frontman of the rock band is known for his energetic stage performances.
frontman
In a figurative sense, a person who represents an organization, a political movement, or a company in public and functions as its figurehead or spokesperson.
Als Frontmann der Oppositionspartei trat er häufig in politischen Talkshows auf.
As the frontman of the opposition party, he frequently appeared on political talk shows.
The word is made up of 'Front' (front side) and 'Mann' (man). It literally refers to a person who stands at the very front and is visible.
Als Frontmann steht er bei jedem Konzert im Mittelpunkt.
As the frontman, he is the center of attention at every concert.
'Frontmann' is a loan translation of the English word 'frontman'. It originally became popular in a music context and spread from there to other areas.
Der Begriff Frontmann kam mit der Rock- und Popmusik nach Deutschland.
The term frontman came to Germany with rock and pop music.
The meaning can be recognized from the context. In connection with music, bands, and concerts, it refers to the singer. When talking about politics or business, it refers to the representative person.
Der Frontmann der Band schrieb alle Lieder selbst.
The frontman of the band wrote all the songs himself.
In the figurative meaning, 'Frontmann' is often used with verbs like 'sein' (to be), 'fungieren als' (to function as), or 'auftreten als' (to appear as) to describe the representative role.
Er fungiert als Frontmann für die Interessen der Anwohner.
He functions as the frontman for the residents' interests.
speaker / spokesperson
Sprecher and Frontmann can both represent an organization publicly. With a Sprecher, the focus is on the official task of passing on information on behalf of the organization. A Frontmann is above all its central public figure and figurehead.
Der bekannte Gründer präsentiert den neuen Plan als Frontmann des Unternehmens.
The well-known founder presents the new plan as the company’s frontman.
Der Sprecher des Unternehmens erklärt den neuen Plan vor der Presse.
The company’s spokesperson explains the new plan to the press.
