German Conversation · Level 90
60 words
German word
praktizieren
Pronunciation
IPA/pʁaktiˈtsiːʁən/
Meaning
- verbpractice
Example
Ich praktiziere diese Methode.
I put this method into practice.
More examples
Im Seminar üben wir, wie man eine Methode praktiziert.
In the seminar, we practice applying a method.
Core concept
A trained method carried out in real work, especially in a profession.
Common phrases
eine Methode praktizieren
practice a method
eine Technik praktizieren
practice a technique
Similar words
üben: Repeatedly performing an activity to develop a skill or establish a habit.
anwenden: Using knowledge or a method in a real situation to achieve a purpose.
einüben: Repeatedly rehearsing an action or expression until it becomes familiar.
durchführen: Carrying out a plan or task according to its required steps.
Definition in German
theoretisches Wissen in konkrete Handlungen umsetzen; in bestimmten Berufen: beruflich tätig sein, z. B. Medizin.
Word origin
Praktizieren is borrowed ultimately from Latin practicare, meaning 'to practice or perform', and denotes putting knowledge into action.
Usage tips
- For ordinary practice of a skill, German usually uses üben, while praktizieren sounds formal and often refers to professional activity.