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magnet
An object that produces a magnetic field and thereby attracts or repels certain metals such as iron.
Mit einem Magneten kann man Büroklammern aus einem Wasserglas fischen.
You can use a magnet to fish paper clips out of a glass of water.
magnet
In a figurative sense, a person, place, or thing that has a strong attraction for others.
Der neue Freizeitpark ist ein echter Touristenmagnet.
The new amusement park is a real tourist magnet.
'Magnet' (magnet) is a masculine noun of the N-declension. This means that it takes the ending '-en' in all cases except the nominative singular.
Ich sehe den Magneten nicht.
I don't see the magnet.
In the figurative meaning, 'Magnet' (magnet) is often used as the second part of compound words. These then describe what is being attracted, e.g. 'Publikumsmagnet' (crowd magnet) or 'Besuchermagnet' (visitor magnet).
Die neue Ausstellung ist ein wahrer Publikumsmagnet.
The new exhibition is a real crowd magnet.
You can tell from the context whether the literal or figurative meaning is intended. If 'Magnet' (magnet) refers to a place, event, or person that attracts many others, the figurative meaning is meant.
Berlin ist ein Magnet für Künstler aus der ganzen Welt.
Berlin is a magnet for artists from all over the world.
attraction
Attraktion and Magnet can both refer to a place, thing, or event that attracts many people. Attraktion refers more to the specific attraction or special offering, while Magnet emphasizes its power to attract people and its popularity with the public. Use Attraktion for the appealing offering and Magnet for its effect.
Der Freizeitpark ist in den Ferien ein Magnet für Familien aus der ganzen Region.
During the holidays, the amusement park is a magnet for families from the entire region.
Die neue Rutsche ist die größte Attraktion des Freizeitparks.
The new slide is the biggest attraction in the amusement park.
