Hintermann Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Hintermann" is used as noun with the meaning of "mastermind", "backer" or "instigator".

Essential properties of "Hintermann"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Hintermann
  • Plural: die Hintermänner

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

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "A person who secretly supports or directs an operation"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Hintermann des Plans wurde nie entdeckt.The mastermind behind the plan was never discovered.
  2. Ohne seinen Hintermann hätte er es nicht geschafft.Without his backer, he wouldn't have made it.
  3. Der Hintermann zog die Fäden im Hintergrund.The man behind the scenes pulled the strings in the background.

2.) "Driver or vehicle following another in traffic"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Hintermann hupte ungeduldig.The driver behind honked impatiently.
  2. Ein Hintermann verursachte den Auffahrunfall.A following driver caused the rear-end collision.
  3. Der Hintermann hielt nicht genug Abstand.The driver behind did not keep enough distance.
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