No. 4,196 in German
bekanntesten
"Most well-known" or "most famous."
In a sentence
Berlin ist eine der bekanntesten Städte Deutschlands.
Berlin is one of the most popular cities in Germany.
In this sentence, "bekanntesten" means 'most well-known,' showing a superlative form used to compare Berlin with other cities.
Die bekanntesten Werke von Goethe sind weltberühmt.
The most famous works of Goethe are world-renowned.
Here, "bekanntesten" refers to the most notable or renowned among Goethe's literary works, highlighting superlative distinction.
Die Alpen sind eine der bekanntesten Sehenswürdigkeiten Europas.
The Alps are one of the most famous sights in Europe.
Here, "bekanntesten" is utilized to describe the Alps as a highly recognized landmark in Europe.
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