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Präsenz
/ˈpʁɛːzɛnts/
presence
Seine Präsenz im Raum war sehr beruhigend.
His presence in the room was very calming.
general
The state of being physically present or existing in a place or situation.
Die Präsenz der Polizei auf der Straße erhöht die Sicherheit.
The presence of the police on the street increases security.
Often used in formal or professional contexts to describe attendance or availability.
psychology
A person's physical or mental state of being aware and engaged in the present moment.
Achtsamkeit fördert die Präsenz im Hier und Jetzt.
Mindfulness promotes presence in the here and now.
In psychology, this refers to being fully present and attentive to one's surroundings and inner state.
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Formal vs. Informal Use
'Präsenz' is more formal than 'Anwesenheit'. Use it in professional or psychological contexts.
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Capitalization
In German, 'Präsenz' is always capitalized as it is a noun.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'praesentia', meaning 'presence' or 'being present'.
Usage Notes
In German, 'Präsenz' is often used in formal or professional contexts to describe attendance or availability. In psychology, it refers to being fully present and attentive.
Word Breakdown
Prä-
pre-
prefix-senz
related to being present
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