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prime example
A particularly typical, clear, and often positive example of a certain thing or quality. It serves as a perfect model or example to follow.
Seine Karriere ist ein Paradebeispiel dafür, was man mit harter Arbeit erreichen kann.
His career is a prime example of what can be achieved with hard work.
The word is made up of 'Parade' (parade/display) and 'Beispiel' (example). A 'Parade' is a public display. A 'Paradebeispiel' is therefore literally an 'example to show off,' one that is especially clear and exemplary.
Dieses Projekt ist ein Paradebeispiel für gelungene Teamarbeit.
This project is a prime example of successful teamwork.
'Paradebeispiel' (prime example) is very often used in the construction 'ein Paradebeispiel für etwas sein' (to be a prime example of something). The preposition 'für' introduces what something is a perfect example of.
Dieser Roman ist ein Paradebeispiel für moderne Literatur.
This novel is a prime example of modern literature.
Another typical construction is 'als Paradebeispiel gelten' (to be considered a prime example). This expresses that something is generally regarded as a perfect model.
Die Schweizer Uhrenindustrie gilt als Paradebeispiel für Präzision.
The Swiss watch industry is considered a prime example of precision.
epitome
Both words refer to something that shows a quality particularly clearly. Inbegriff is the most perfect embodiment of a quality, while Paradebeispiel mainly serves as a clear, typical model or example. Use Inbegriff for the ideal embodiment and Paradebeispiel for a particularly vivid case.
Dieses alte Fachwerkhaus ist ein Paradebeispiel für regionale Baukunst.
This old half-timbered house is a prime example of regional architecture.
Für viele ist sie der Inbegriff von Geduld.
For many people, she is the epitome of patience.
