snob
der Snob, die Snobs
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snob
A person who considers themselves especially refined or socially superior and looks down on other people because of their background, taste, or lifestyle. They often place great importance on exclusive brands, places, or social manners.
Der Snob im Restaurant beschwerte sich darüber, dass der Wein nicht aus einer berühmten Region stammte.
The snob in the restaurant complained that the wine was not from a famous region.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Snobs |
| genitive | des Snobs |
| singular | plural | |
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| nominative | der Snob | die Snobs |
| accusative | den Snob | die Snobs |
| dative | dem Snob | den Snobs |
| genitive | des Snobs | der Snobs |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Der Snob' (the snob) is a clearly derogatory term. It is usually used to criticize a person's attitude or behavior, rather than as a neutral self-description.
Seine Freunde hielten ihn wegen seiner ständigen Kommentare über teure Uhren für einen Snob.
His friends considered him a snob because of his constant comments about expensive watches.
Common collocations include 'ein eitler Snob' (a vain snob), 'ein verwöhnter Snob' (a spoiled snob), and 'sich wie ein Snob aufführen' (to act like a snob). 'Der reinste Snob' (the biggest snob) is also a common intensifier.
Seit er nur noch in exklusiven Hotels übernachtet, führt er sich wie ein Snob auf.
Since he started staying only in exclusive hotels, he has been acting like a snob.
The context often includes references to expensive brands, exclusive places, fine wines, or looking down on other people. Such details show that 'der Snob' (the snob) does not simply refer to a wealthy person, but criticizes a particular attitude.
Der Snob bestellte nur den teuersten Champagner und machte sich über die Kleidung der anderen Gäste lustig.
The snob ordered only the most expensive champagne and made fun of the other guests' clothes.
