This is the 10015th most frequent German word.
outstanding
The German word for "outstanding" is "hervorragend," meaning excellent or exceptional.
Here, 'ausstehend' refers to something pending or not yet resolved, in this context, a payment.
Die Rechnung ist noch ausstehend und muss bald bezahlt werden.
The invoice is still outstanding and needs to be paid soon.
In this sentence, 'herausragende' is used to describe a remarkable or excellent performance, highlighting the impressive quality of the act.
Seine herausragende Leistung brachte ihm eine Auszeichnung ein.
His outstanding performance earned him an award.
In this instance, 'außergewöhnlich' is used to characterize an exceptional or unique quality or talent.