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Colloquial expression meaning excellent, first-rate, or very good.
example
Die Organisation der Veranstaltung war absolut top.
The organization of the event was absolutely top.
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Usage tips
Use in a sentence
'Top' is usually used on its own or after a verb. Using it directly before a noun, as with other adjectives, is rare and often sounds colloquial or like advertising language.
EXAMPLE
Der Film war einfach top.
The film was simply top.
Colloquial style
'Top' is a very colloquial expression. In formal or written contexts, such as an application or an academic paper, it should be avoided.
EXAMPLE
Deine Präsentation war wirklich top!
Your presentation was really top!
Typical combination
Especially in the meaning of 'fit', 'top' is often combined with the adjective 'fit' to form 'topfit' (super fit). This combination strengthens the statement that someone is in excellent physical condition.
EXAMPLE
Nach dem Training fühle ich mich immer topfit.
After training, I always feel super fit.
Compare with
top vs super
super
'super' and 'top' can both express that something is very good or excellent. 'super' sounds very everyday and fits many situations. 'top' often sounds short and modern, for example when talking about performance, quality, or results. Both are rather casual, but 'top' sometimes feels a bit more concise and evaluative.
top
Die Präsentation des Teams war top.
The team’s presentation was top.
super
Das Essen bei Lena war super.
The food at Lena’s was super.
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