Der Ruf
Example: Der Ruf des Unternehmens hat sich durch den Skandal verschlechtert.
Definition
"Der Ruf" refers to the reputation or public opinion of a person, company, or entity, reflecting how they are generally perceived by others. For example, "Der Ruf des Unternehmens" means the company's reputation, which can be affected positively or negatively by actions or events.
Etymology
The German word "der Ruf" originates from the verb "rufen," meaning 'to call.' Historically, it referred to a call or shout to attract attention. Over time, it evolved metaphorically to mean the reputation or standing someone or something 'calls out' to society, reflecting public perception.
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"Der Ruf" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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