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limelight in German

limelight in German is Rampenlicht, Kalklicht — limelight means the center of public attention; fame and visibility.

limelight in German

Rampenlicht
noun
A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.
Kalklicht
noun
A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.

What does "limelight" mean?

  1. noun The center of public attention; fame and visibility.
    "After the award, she found herself thrust into the limelight."
  2. noun Historical: a bright stage light produced by heating a block of lime, once used in theatres.
    "Before electric lighting, actors performed under limelight."

limelight in a sentence

  • After the award, she found herself thrust into the limelight.
  • Before electric lighting, actors performed under limelight.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "limelight" in German?

"limelight" in German is Rampenlicht, Kalklicht. limelight means: The center of public attention; fame and visibility.

How do you use "limelight" in a sentence?

Example: "After the award, she found herself thrust into the limelight." In German, "limelight" is Rampenlicht, Kalklicht.

Are there other ways to say "limelight" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "limelight": Rampenlicht, Kalklicht.

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