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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.
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An award in the music industry for reaching a very high number of record sales, above gold.
Das Album der Band erreichte in Deutschland bereits nach zwei Wochen Platinum-Status.
The band's album reached platinum status in Germany after just two weeks.
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.
platinum
Platin is the usual German term for the valuable precious metal. Platinum refers to the same metal, but usually sounds English or like a stylized name. In German factual texts and everyday speech, Platin is therefore more appropriate; Platinum is more likely to appear in names or special designations.
Die Schmuckmarke nennt ihre neue Kollektion Platinum.
The jewelry brand calls its new collection Platinum.
Der Ring besteht aus hochwertigem Platin.
The ring is made of high-quality platinum.
