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platzieren
to place
To put, lay, or set something deliberately and purposefully in a specific place.
example
Er platzierte die Vase vorsichtig in der Mitte des Tisches.
He carefully placed the vase in the middle of the table.
platzieren
to place
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Usage tips
Word family
The verb 'platzieren' (to place) is derived from the noun 'der Platz' (place/space). It literally means to bring something to a specific place. The word emphasizes that something is set in a place deliberately and carefully.
EXAMPLE
Die Werbeagentur platzierte die Anzeige auf der Titelseite der Zeitung.
The advertising agency placed the ad on the front page of the newspaper.
Context clues
You can recognize the meaning of 'platzieren' (to place) from the context. If it is about an object and a place, the literal meaning is meant. In a sports or competition context, the reflexive form 'sich platzieren' (to place) is common. In a business or finance context, it is about products or money.
EXAMPLE
Der Künstler platzierte die Skulptur im Zentrum des Raumes.
The artist placed the sculpture in the center of the room.
Reflexive use
When referring to a rank in a competition, the verb is always used reflexively: 'sich platzieren' (to place). The position often follows with the preposition 'auf' and the dative.
EXAMPLE
Unsere Mannschaft hat sich auf dem zweiten Platz platziert.
Our team placed second.
Typical collocations
In a business context, 'platzieren' (to place/position) is often used with the nouns 'Produkt' (product), 'Marke' (brand), or 'Geld' (money). A typical phrase is 'ein Produkt am/auf dem Markt platzieren' (to position a product on the market).
EXAMPLE
Der Investor hat sein Geld geschickt in verschiedenen Aktien platziert.
The investor skillfully placed his money in various stocks.
Compare with
platzieren vs stellen
to put / to set
'stellen' and 'platzieren' can both mean that you put something in a specific place. 'stellen' is especially appropriate when something is standing upright afterward, for example a bottle, a chair, or a bag. 'platzieren' sounds more deliberate: you choose the place intentionally, often so that something is clearly visible, practical, or arranged appropriately. Learners may confuse the words because both have to do with a place. As a simple guide: for normal everyday actions, people often say 'stellen'; when the exact position is important, 'platzieren' sounds more precise.
platzieren
Frau Schneider platziert die neuen Produkte direkt am Eingang.
Ms. Schneider places the new products right by the entrance.
stellen
Sie stellt die Wasserflasche neben ihren Rucksack.
She puts the water bottle next to her backpack.
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