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Vorrecht

German → American English

American English

privilege

ein besonderes Recht oder ein besonderer Vorteil, der nicht allen zusteht

Es ist ein Vorrecht, in Frieden zu leben.

Vorrecht is often used for a special right or advantage that not everyone has; in many contexts Privileg is the more common everyday word.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Vorrecht mean in English?
Vorrecht means privilege or special right.
Is Vorrecht the same as Privileg?
They are very close, but Vorrecht often emphasizes a right or entitlement, while Privileg is the more common general word for privilege.
How do you use Vorrecht in a sentence?
Example: Es war ein Vorrecht, ihn kennenzulernen. — It was a privilege to meet him.