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platinum
An alternative term, originating from English or Latin, for the chemical element platinum, a very rare, corrosion-resistant, and valuable precious metal.
Für hochwertige Zündkerzen wird eine Elektrode aus Platinum verwendet.
An electrode made of platinum is used for high-quality spark plugs.
You can recognize the meaning of 'Platinum' (platinum) from the context. If it is about chemistry, technology, or jewelry, the metal is meant. In the context of music and sales figures, the award is meant.
Dieser Ring ist nicht aus Silber, sondern aus Platinum.
This ring is not made of silver, but of platinum.
When 'Platinum' (platinum) refers to the metal, it is often used in phrases with the preposition 'aus' (made of/from) to describe the material.
Die teuersten Uhren haben oft ein Gehäuse aus Platinum.
The most expensive watches often have a case made of platinum.
In a music context, 'Platinum' (platinum) is often combined with verbs such as 'erreichen' (to reach) or 'verleihen' (to award). The phrase 'Platinum-Status haben' (to have platinum status) is also very common.
Die Single hat in mehreren Ländern Platinum erreicht.
The single reached platinum in several countries.
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'das Platin' and 'das Platinum' can mean the same thing: the valuable precious metal or a high award in music. 'Platin' is the normal and natural form in German, especially when talking about the metal. 'Platinum' feels more English and is more likely to appear in international names, product names, or in the music field. They are easy to confuse because the meaning is almost the same. In a normal German sentence, 'Platin' is usually the safer choice.
Das Album bekam Platinum, weil es sich so oft verkauft hat.
The album went platinum because it sold so many copies.
Der Ring besteht aus Platin und ist deshalb sehr teuer.
The ring is made of platinum and is therefore very expensive.