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Preis
/pʁaɪ̯s/
price
Der Preis für das Buch beträgt 20 Euro.
The price of the book is 20 euros.
formal
The amount of money required or given in payment for something.
Der Preis für Benzin ist gestiegen.
The price of gasoline has increased.
Wir haben den besten Preis für dieses Produkt gefunden.
We found the best price for this product.
Used in both general and commercial contexts.
formal
A reward given for achieving something, especially in a competition.
Sie hat den ersten Preis im Wettbewerb gewonnen.
She won first prize in the competition.
Common in sports, arts, and academic competitions.
formal
A cost or sacrifice required to achieve something.
Der Preis für den Erfolg war harte Arbeit.
The price for success was hard work.
Often used metaphorically.
Collocations
Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnisvalue for moneyPreisnachlassdiscountPreiserhöhungprice increasePreisvergleichprice comparison
Pro Tip
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 'Preis' for 'cost' when referring to production or operational expenses (use 'Kosten' instead).
Gold Rule
Price vs. Cost
'Preis' refers to the amount charged for a product/service, while 'Kosten' refers to expenses incurred (e.g., 'Die Kosten für die Reparatur betragen 100 Euro').
Word Origin
From Middle High German 'preis', from Old High German 'preis' (reward, prize), from Proto-Germanic '*praizaz' (booty, prize), ultimately from Proto-Indo-European '*per-' (to grant, allot). Related to English 'price' and Dutch 'prijs'.
Usage Notes
Used in both singular and plural forms. In commercial contexts, often paired with terms like 'Angebot' (offer) or 'Kosten' (cost).
Word Breakdown
Preis
price/reward
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