Herausragen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Herausragen" is mainly used as verb meaning "protrude", "stick out" or "stand out". It is also used as adjective.

Essential properties of "herausragen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Verb

  • Infinitive: herausragen
  • Simple past: ragte heraus
  • Participle: herausgeragt

See full conjugation of herausragen

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "herausragen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Protrude or stand out physically"

"Herausragen", when used with this meaning, acts as verb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Turm ragt weit über die Stadt heraus.The tower protrudes far above the city.
  2. Seine Leistungen ragen aus der Masse heraus.His achievements stand out from the crowd.
  3. Das Gebäude ragt majestätisch aus der Landschaft heraus.The building majestically protrudes from the landscape.

2.) "Be exceptional or outstanding (quality)"

"Herausragen", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat eine herausragende Leistung gezeigt.He showed an outstanding performance.
  2. Die herausragende Architektur des Gebäudes beeindruckt alle.The outstanding architecture of the building impresses everyone.
  3. Sie ist eine herausragende Wissenschaftlerin in ihrem Feld.She is an outstanding scientist in her field.
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